Loughborough to Wakefield train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Wakefield

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€35

Average price

€56

Fastest journey

1 h 53 m

Average duration

2 h 32 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Loughborough to Wakefield will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Loughborough for Wakefield on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

East Midlands Trains
10:54AM2h34
Loughborough
01:28PMWakefield
351One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
09:25AM2h13
Loughborough
11:38AMWakefield
581One-way
0 transfers
LNER
10:47AM3h44
Loughborough
02:31PMWakefield
591One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
10:53AM1h53
Loughborough
12:46PMWakefield
631One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
10:39AM2h16
Loughborough
12:55PMWakefield
641One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Loughborough to Wakefield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €23.

Distance: 104 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus

€61

Average price

€28

Average price

Cheapest

2h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 33m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 14m

Average total duration

2h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

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Live departures

Loughborough to Wakefield train times

The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Wakefield trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:57 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railway9:25 AM Loughborough
2h13
11:38 AM Wakefield0 transfersDirect
northern_rail10:39 AM Loughborough
2h16
12:55 PM Wakefield0 transfersDirect
london_north_eastern_railway10:47 AM Loughborough
3h44
2:31 PM Wakefield0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway10:53 AM Loughborough
1h53
12:46 PM Wakefield0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway10:54 AM Loughborough
2h34
1:28 PM Wakefield0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Loughborough to Wakefield

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Trains from Loughborough to Wakefield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 42m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13
Distance
104 km
Average train duration
1h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
€23
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
1h 42m
First train
05:10
Last train
21:47
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Loughborough to Wakefield trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Loughborough and Wakefield from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
€35
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
€37
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Loughborough to Wakefield

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Wakefield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wakefield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Loughborough to Wakefield can start from as little as €29 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Loughborough to Wakefield is €77; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Wakefield from Loughborough is on average 1 h 47 min   for the 103 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Loughborough to Wakefield by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Loughborough to Wakefield leaves at 05: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Loughborough to Wakefield leaves at 21: 47.
There are 2 trains a day from Loughborough to Wakefield which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Wakefield. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Loughborough to Wakefield.
For the journey from Loughborough to Wakefield you can take a train with East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Wakefield from Loughborough on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 47.
A day trip to Wakefield from Loughborough is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 47 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Loughborough to Wakefield by train is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Wakefield from Loughborough including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Loughborough to Wakefield

Loughborough
Wakefield
The major train station for departures in Loughborough is Loughborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Loughborough for your trip from Loughborough to Wakefield.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Basin
  • The Orange Tree
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • £0.30
Hotel
Hotel
  • Premier Inn Loughborough
  • Travelodge Loughborough Central
  • Ramada Loughborough Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
  • Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
Public transit options for Loughborough
  • Bus: Several local bus services available
  • Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station

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