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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Wakefield Kirkgate | Manchester Piccadilly | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Wakefield Kirkgate | Manchester Victoria | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Wakefield Kirkgate | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wakefield Kirkgate | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wakefield Kirkgate | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wakefield to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£12 - £60 | Average duration1h 5m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£6 - £6 | Average duration50m | 2kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wakefield to Manchester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Wakefield to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Wakefield to Manchester start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £41. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wakefield to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Wakefield to Manchester is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 34 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 2m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Wakefield to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wakefield to Manchester?
The earliest train from Wakefield to Manchester departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 22:34.
Which is the best train operator from Wakefield to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wakefield to Manchester?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Wakefield to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wakefield to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wakefield to Manchester was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wakefield to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £58 for a train ticket from Wakefield to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-13.
