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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF)

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28

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

1hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Wakefield Westgate , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Wakefield Westgate is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 16 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Wakefield Westgate.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Wakefield Westgate. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Wakefield Westgate Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    07:47
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    08:34
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    08:48
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    10:48
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:08
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:46
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:46
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:12
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:31
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:06
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    16:46
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:33
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:07
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    17:46
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:37
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    18:17
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:07
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    18:46
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:11
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    19:47
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:10
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    20:47
    Leicester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Leicester to Wakefield Westgate

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Wakefield Westgate Station

Station name Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
Address Wakefield Westgate station, Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Wakefield Westgate

The travel time between Leicester and Wakefield Westgate by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Wakefield Westgate vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Leicester and Wakefield Westgate typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Wakefield Westgate can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Wakefield Westgate. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Wakefield Westgate.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Leicester and Wakefield Westgate, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.