The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Wakefield
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Wakefield will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 18 trains that leave Manchester for Wakefield on Sun, Jan 25, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 25 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sun, Jan 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
Y24413 · G90902
L36954
L36972
L36966
L36960
L36954
L36949
L36972
L36966
L36960Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Wakefield trains for tomorrow, Sunday, January 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L36949 | On time 9:02 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h00 | 10:02 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C44194+ G91274 | On time 9:10 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h23 | 10:33 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
L36641+ G90893 | On time 9:30 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h27 | 10:57 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
Y24413 · G90902 | On time 9:54 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h03 | 11:57 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
L36954 | On time 10:02 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h00 | 11:02 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37184+ G91277 | On time 10:16 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h17 | 11:33 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
L36647+ G90902 | On time 10:30 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h27 | 11:57 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
L36960 | On time 11:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 12:01 PM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37187+ G91280 | On time 11:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h18 | 12:33 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
L36563+ G91061 | On time 11:20 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 12:53 PM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 transfer | |
L36653+ G90907 | On time 11:31 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h26 | 12:57 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
L36966 | On time 12:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 1:01 PM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37189+ G91283 | On time 12:13 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h20 | 1:33 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
C43563+ G91065 | On time 12:17 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h36 | 1:53 PM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 transfer | |
L36659+ G90917 | On time 12:30 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h27 | 1:57 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
L36972 | On time 1:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 2:01 PM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C44205+ G91287 | On time 1:13 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h19 | 2:32 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
L36665+ K44779 | On time 1:30 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h14 | 2:44 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Wakefield
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Manchester to Wakefield start from as low as $3 (€2) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $15 (€12) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 8 daily trains from Manchester to Wakefield with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 1m but the average duration is 1h 21m
Train Operators
- Travel from Manchester to Wakefield with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, and first_transpennine_express
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Northern Rail (3).
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Manchester Victoria (MCV) and arrive in Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
- First train typically departs at 12:02 AM and the last at 11:58 PM
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Manchester to Wakefield trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester and Wakefield from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Wakefield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Wakefield
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Forecourt
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 2. There is a 1st Class waiting room on platform 1. Open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:00. Saturday 05:00 - 20:30. Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station,
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Nearest services contact Bus Line 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Lingwell Gate Lane WF1 2NX, North and South of the junction with Grand Stand Rd.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
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