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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wakefield Westgate (WKF) for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Sun, Jun 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.
8:16 AM2h01Wakefield Westgate (WKF)10:17 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$351One-way0 transfers- 9:16 AM2h08Wakefield Westgate (WKF)11:24 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$621One-way0 transfers
- 2:20 PM2h36Wakefield Westgate (WKF)4:56 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$621One-way0 transfers
- 8:16 AM2h01Wakefield Westgate (WKF)10:17 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$351One-way0 transfers
- 9:16 AM2h08Wakefield Westgate (WKF)11:24 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$621One-way0 transfers
- 2:20 PM2h36Wakefield Westgate (WKF)4:56 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$49 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 12m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $19 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-30.56 (€-24.90). The journey takes 1h 45m versus 1h 13m 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.
Live departures
Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:17 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2h40 | 10:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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Trains from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 18:36. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 6:36 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsTranspennine Express, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Wakefield Westgate (WKF) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from $6 (€5). 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 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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- 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.
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Information Desk- 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.
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