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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Wakefield to Birmingham, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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QAR 33.72
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QAR 67.43
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QAR 47.93
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QAR 60.93
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QAR 33.72
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QAR 67.43
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Wakefield to Birmingham train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Wakefield to Birmingham, starting from QAR 33.72 and averaging QAR 70.13. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 41m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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21:23
2h 5m, Direct
Wakefield Westgate
23:28
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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21:26
2h 2m, No direct
Wakefield Kirkgate
23:28
Birmingham New Street
NorthernCrossCountry
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22:31
8h 25m, No direct
Wakefield Kirkgate
06:56
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Birmingham New Street
TransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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23:33
7h 19m, No direct
Wakefield Kirkgate
06:52
+1
Paris
NorthernEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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Wakefield to Birmingham train route details

First train
First train
06:23
Last train
Last train
23:33
Departure station
Departure station
Wakefield
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1h 41m
Distance
Distance
137 km
Price
Price
QAR 33.72*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wakefield to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Wakefield to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Wakefield to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Wakefield to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Wakefield to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wakefield to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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