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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Wakefield Kirkgate | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Wakefield Kirkgate | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Wakefield Kirkgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Wakefield Kirkgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Wakefield Kirkgate | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Wakefield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 1 hour 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 269, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 269 - R 1 348 | Average duration1h 1m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 135 - R 135 | Average duration50m | 2kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Wakefield by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Wakefield?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Wakefield start from R 269. The average price for this train route is around R 844. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Wakefield?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Wakefield is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 54 km. The quickest train can get you there in 59m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Wakefield route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Wakefield?
The earliest train from Manchester to Wakefield departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:58.
Which is the best train operator from Manchester to Wakefield?
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 Manchester to Wakefield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Wakefield?
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 Manchester to Wakefield?
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 Manchester to Wakefield was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 253To 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 R 253 to R 1 287 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 R 254, which is on 2025-12-17.
