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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$29
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 19
18
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Manchester will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
It's difficult to get from Wakefield to Manchester without transferring at least once.
G89403 · G89213
G89408 · C31733
G89469 · G89225
G89920 · G89095
G89910 · G89087
G16081+
G01061
G16071+
G01057
G08075+
G16014
P23907+
N60941
P23927+
G15966Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, while a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Wakefield to Manchester:
A bus is $22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wakefield to Manchester costing on average $30.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 12m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $30 compared to roughly $16 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with TransPennine Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G16014+ G08075 | 8:03 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h43 | 9:46 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89903 · G89084 | 8:11 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h51 | 10:02 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
P23886+ G15894 | 8:17 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h46 | 10:03 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89401 · G89207 | 8:25 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 2h06 | 10:31 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89910 · G89087 | 9:11 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h51 | 11:02 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
P23897+ G15893 | 9:17 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h46 | 11:03 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89403 · G89213 | 9:26 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 2h03 | 11:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G16071+ G01057 | 9:47 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h35 | 11:22 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89915 · G89093 | 10:11 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h52 | 12:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
P23907+ N60941 | 10:17 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h46 | 12:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89920 · G89095 | 11:11 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h51 | 1:02 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
C32712+ C03162 | 11:16 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h47 | 1:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89408 · C31733 | 11:27 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 2h02 | 1:29 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G16081+ G01061 | On time 11:47 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h32 | 1:19 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89925 · G89098 | 12:11 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h51 | 2:02 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
P23927+ G15966 | 12:17 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h46 | 2:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89469 · G89225 | 12:21 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2h09 | 2:30 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G89410 · G89225 | 12:25 PM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 2h05 | 2:30 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Wakefield to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 but you can travel from only $5 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wakefield to Manchester trains use the Wakefield Westgate to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Wakefield and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Sandal & Agbrigg is 2 km from Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include:
Sandal & Agbrigg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Sandal & Agbrigg.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sandal & Agbrigg: Parking.
Available at Sandal & Agbrigg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sandal & Agbrigg: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Disabled passengers who cannot walk very well or are in wheelchairs will find it difficult to access the station due to the steep slope up to the station platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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