Train tickets from Wakefield to Manchester

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Next departures from Wakefield to Manchester on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transpennine Express
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Manchester PiccadillyCheapest
    Transpennine Express
      Wakefield Kirkgate
      Manchester VictoriaFastest
      Transpennine Express
        Wakefield Kirkgate
        Manchester VictoriaNo tags
        Transpennine Express
          Wakefield Kirkgate
          Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
          Transpennine Express
            Wakefield Kirkgate
            Manchester PiccadillyNo tags

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            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 6 minutes and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            9train per day
            1h 6mAverage duration
            54 kmDistance
            1kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$16 - US$79Average duration1h 6m
            1kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average priceUS$8 - US$8Average duration50m
            2kg CO₂e

            Train Wakefield to Manchester: Trip Overview

            Please note, this information is subject to change.

            Average ticket priceUS$54
            Average train trip duration1h 6m
            Number of daily trains9
            Earliest train departure07:33
            Distance54 km
            Latest train departure19:33

            Wakefield to Manchester Train

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Wakefield - Manchester

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Manchester cost?

              The average train ticket price from Wakefield to Manchester is US$54. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the train trip from Wakefield to Manchester?

              A train trip between Wakefield and Manchester is around 1h 6m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 54 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Wakefield and Manchester?

              The number of trains from Wakefield to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Wakefield to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Wakefield to Manchester?

              When taking the train from Wakefield to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, Northern.

            Find cheapest prices for trains

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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            01/11
            US$15
            Today
            US$15
            03/11
            US$21
            04/11
            US$18
            05/11
            No data
            06/11
            US$16
            07/11
            US$59
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wakefield to Manchester was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$15

            To 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 US$15 to US$76 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 US$16, which is on 2025-11-06.

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            Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Manchester, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

            By choosing the train between Wakefield and Manchester, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

            Make a music playlist for your train ride from Wakefield to Manchester and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

            Did you know?

            The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

            New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

            The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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