Trains from Manchester to Wakefield from $6.01*

Trains from Manchester to Wakefield from $6.01*

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Manchester to Wakefield Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Wakefield? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $6.01, with average prices for this route around $19.53. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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12:57
Manchester Victoria
14:42
Wakefield Westgate
1h 45m, Changes requiredNorthern
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12:58
Manchester Piccadilly
14:01
Wakefield Kirkgate
1h 3m, DirectTransPennine Express
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13:13
Manchester Piccadilly
14:54
Wakefield Kirkgate
1h 41m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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13:21
Manchester Victoria
15:24
Wakefield Kirkgate
2h 3m, Changes requiredNorthern
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13:32
Manchester Victoria
15:22
Wakefield Westgate
1h 50m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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13:36
Manchester Victoria
15:26
Paris
1h 50m, Changes requiredNorthernLNER
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Manchester to Wakefield Train Route Details

The Manchester to Wakefield train ticket is from $6.01. The average travel time is 1h 0m, covering a distance of approximately 53 mile. There are usually 92 daily trains provided by Northern,TransPennine Express,LNER. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
02:44
Last train
Last train
23:23
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 0m
Distance
Distance
53 mile
Price
Price
$6.01*

Manchester to Wakefield Train Travel Guide

Manchester to Wakefield Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Wakefield

Trains traveling between Manchester and Wakefield usually start their journey from Manchester Victoria and reach Wakefield Westgate. The duration of this trip is approximately 1h 0m.

Book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Wakefield

Finding cheap train tickets from Manchester to Wakefield doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Manchester to Wakefield cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Manchester to Wakefield can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.