Train tickets from Manchester to Wakefield

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Next departures for Manchester to Wakefield on November 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Manchester Victoria
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Manchester Victoria
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Wakefield

We recommend taking the train

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

4train per day
1h 1mAverage Duration
34 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$16 - $78Average Duration1h 1m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$8 - $8Average Duration50m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Wakefield by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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11/17
$16
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$22
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11/23
$16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Wakefield was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Wakefield, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $75 for a train ticket from Manchester to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-11-23.

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