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Wakefield to Elsecar Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wakefield to Elsecar? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as IDR 195,807, with average prices for this route around IDR 195,807.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:03 28 minutes, Direct Wakefield Kirkgate	12:31 Elsecar	Find Tickets
12:26 43 minutes, Changes required Wakefield Kirkgate	13:09 Elsecar	Find Tickets
13:03 28 minutes, Direct Wakefield Kirkgate	13:31 Elsecar	Find Tickets
13:26 43 minutes, Changes required Wakefield Kirkgate	14:09 Elsecar	Find Tickets
14:03 28 minutes, Direct Wakefield Kirkgate	14:31 Elsecar	Find Tickets
14:25 44 minutes, Changes required Wakefield Kirkgate	15:09 Paris	Find Tickets

Wakefield to Elsecar Train Route Details

First train

06:27

Last train

23:44

Departure station

Wakefield

Arrival station

Elsecar

Journey time

27 minutes

Distance

22 km

Price

IDR 195,807*

Train operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Elsecar

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wakefield to Elsecar can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Wakefield to Elsecar, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Elsecar ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Wakefield to Elsecar more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wakefield to Elsecar train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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