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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 38 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) you need to make at least 2 changes.
G89542 · L89238+
G011415:482h38Manchester Airport (MIA)8:26Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£461One-way2 changes
- G89542 · L89238+G011415:482h38Manchester Airport (MIA)8:26Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£461One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 62 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF):
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 8m.
Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-9.83. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W85201 · W85303+G89509 | On time 16:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h53 | 17:57 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2 changes | |
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| G89542 · L89238+G01141 | 5:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h38 | 8:26 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:48, the last at 10:44. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 7:48 |
Last train 10:44 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) trainsTranspennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Wakefield Westgate (WKF) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wakefield Westgate (WKF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) trains use the Manchester Airport to Wakefield Kirkgate station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Wakefield Westgate (WKF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Wakefield Westgate from Wakefield city centre
Wakefield Westgate train station facilities and services
Wakefield Westgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wakefield Westgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Westgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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