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Trains from Manchester Stations to Wakefield Stations

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61

train journeys
per day

33

miles (53 kms)

1hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

03:16 / 01:26

first / last train

5

direct trains

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Wakefield Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 61 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Wakefield Stations , with 5 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 56 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Wakefield Stations is approximately 33 miles (53 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 40 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Wakefield Stations .

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Victoria to Wakefield Kirkgate. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Wakefield Stations Today

  • Mon 6th May
    03:16
    2 hrs 1 change
    05:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    04:22
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    06:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    05:00
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    06:37
    Manchester Victoria
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Victoria to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    05:35
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    05:56
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    07:27
    Manchester Victoria
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Victoria to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    06:12
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    07:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    08:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:02
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:03
    Manchester Victoria
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Manchester Victoria to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:12
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    08:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Manchester Victoria
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Manchester Victoria to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:22
    Manchester Victoria
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Victoria to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    10:01
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:13
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    10:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:36
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Manchester Victoria
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Manchester Victoria to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:43
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    11:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    10:00
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    11:34
    Manchester Victoria
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Victoria to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    10:13
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    12:03
    Manchester Victoria
    Wakefield Westgate
    Manchester Victoria to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    10:43
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    12:24
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Wakefield Stations Station

Station name Wakefield Stations (164)
Address Wakefield Westgate station, Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Wakefield Stations

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Wakefield Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Wakefield Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 61 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:26.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Wakefield Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Wakefield Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 5 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Wakefield Stations

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Wakefield Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Stations and Wakefield Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.