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Wakefield to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wakefield to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $3.38, with average prices for this route around $14.47.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Fri, Jul 11
From $6.76
Sat, Jul 12
From $3.38
Sun, Jul 13
From $5.07
Mon, Jul 14
From $4.46
Tue, Jul 15
From $6.76
Wed, Jul 16
From $4.26
Thu, Jul 17
From $6.76

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
00:13 Wakefield Westgate	03:42 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 29m, Changes required	Find Tickets
00:13 Wakefield Westgate	06:29 Manchester Victoria	6h 16m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:30 Wakefield Kirkgate	06:36 Manchester Piccadilly	1h 6m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:14 Wakefield Westgate	08:01 Manchester Victoria	1h 47m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:28 Wakefield Westgate	08:29 Manchester Victoria	2h 1m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:31 Wakefield Kirkgate	07:37 Paris	1h 6m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Wakefield to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

00:13

Last train

23:19

Departure station

Wakefield

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

1h 3m

Distance

34 miles

Price

$3.38*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wakefield to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types 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%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Wakefield to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Wakefield to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Wakefield to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wakefield to Manchester Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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