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The Hepworth Wakefield
Major contemporary art museum on the River Calder, famous for its architecture and strong modern British collection. A leading cultural attraction in Yorkshire.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
6
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 $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for Wakefield on Sat, Jul 25, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.










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 bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Wakefield:
A bus is $5 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Wakefield costing on average $15 (€15).
Other travel options to Wakefield take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 20m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€15) compared to roughly $13 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.56 (€-2.56). The journey takes 1h 20m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Wakefield trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:36 AM Manchester | 1h56 | 8:32 AM Wakefield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:55 AM Manchester | 1h47 | 9:42 AM Wakefield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:57 AM Manchester | 1h45 | 9:42 AM Wakefield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:21 AM Manchester | 1h19 | 9:40 AM Wakefield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Manchester | 1h45 | 10:42 AM Wakefield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Manchester | 1h47 | 5:42 PM Wakefield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Wakefield run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€7) but you can travel from only $4 (€4) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€7) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Wakefield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wakefield trip today.
Major contemporary art museum on the River Calder, famous for its architecture and strong modern British collection. A leading cultural attraction in Yorkshire.
Outstanding open-air sculpture park with major international works set across landscaped grounds. It combines art, walking, and views in one of the region's top visits.
Small local history museum telling the story of prison life, policing, and civic heritage. It offers a compact but interesting introduction to Wakefield's past.
Historic castle grounds and viewpoint with broad views over Wakefield. The hilltop setting makes it one of the best outdoor heritage walks in the city.
Large public park with lakes, sports facilities, and mature trees. It is a favourite local green space for walking, relaxing, and seeing everyday Wakefield life.
Award-winning riverside park with wetlands, paths, and industrial heritage features. It is ideal for scenic walking close to the city centre.
A rich fruit cake packed with currants and spice. Long linked with Yorkshire baking and often served with tea across Wakefield and West Yorkshire.
A sweet, sticky tart of currants, sugar and butter in pastry. A classic Yorkshire bakery item still found in traditional cafes and bakeries.
Roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. A defining Sunday meal across Yorkshire and a staple in Wakefield pubs.
Refined fine dining restaurant in nearby Bretton Hall, known for tasting menus, polished service and an elegant destination setting.
Well regarded independent restaurant offering modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients in an intimate setting.
Stylish city centre restaurant serving modern British food, steaks and cocktails in a lively but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, coffee, and casual meals stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Wakefield Westgate -> Wakefield Bus Station
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.

Most Manchester to Wakefield trains use the Manchester Airport to Wakefield Kirkgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Wakefield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Wakefield Kirkgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Kirkgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Kirkgate: 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.
Wakefield Westgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Westgate.
ATMs are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Ticket office support is available at Wakefield Westgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Parking, WC.
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Westgate: 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.
Outwood is 3 km from Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include:
Outwood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Outwood: Parking.
Available at Outwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Outwood: 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.
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