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Wakefield to Manchester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Wakefield to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £3.30, with average prices for this route around £10.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Aug 1
From £3.30
Sat, Aug 2
From £5.00
Sun, Aug 3
From £3.55
Mon, Aug 4
From £5.00
Tue, Aug 5
From £5.00
Wed, Aug 6
From £3.30
Thu, Aug 7
From £5.00

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:13 Wakefield Westgate	03:36 Manchester Victoria	3h 23m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:13 Wakefield Westgate	06:29 Manchester Victoria	6h 16m, No direct	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, No direct	Find Tickets
06:28 Wakefield Westgate	08:29 Manchester Victoria	2h 1m, No direct	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

23:55

Departure station

Wakefield

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

1h 3m

Distance

34 miles

Price

£3.30*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Wakefield to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Wakefield to Manchester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Wakefield to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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