Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF)

Showing times and prices for 07 Mar

Cheapest price

£46

Average price

£46

Fastest journey

1 h 26 m

Average duration

1 h 42 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

62 km

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) you need to make at least one change.

Northern Rail (3)L08233+TransPennine ExpressL37182+Northern Rail (3)G90894
08:482h09
Manchester Airport (MIA)
10:57Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
£461One-way
2 changes
TransPennine ExpressC43747+Northern Rail (3)G91270
07:441h48
Manchester Airport (MIA)
09:32Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
£461One-way
1 change
Northern Rail (3)Y25279+TransPennine ExpressN15784+Northern Rail (3)Y25898
08:321h38
Manchester Airport (MIA)
10:10Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
£461One-way
2 changes
TransPennine ExpressC43747 · N15786+Northern Rail (3)Y25444
07:441h26
Manchester Airport (MIA)
09:10Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
£461One-way
2 changes
TransPennine ExpressL36754+Northern Rail (3)G91268
06:441h48
Manchester Airport (MIA)
08:32Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
£461One-way
1 change

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 prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 62 km

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£42

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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 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:50
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express08:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h00
10:04 Wakefield Westgate (WKF)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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TransPennine Express as well as Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and more offer trains services from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF).
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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 6 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 11:29. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
62 km
Average train duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 40m
First train
07:04
Last train
11:29
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) trainsTransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited 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.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£14
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£32
Transport for Wales frequency
3 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£33
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) covers a distance of 62 km and takes approximately 1h 40m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) is 62 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) leaves at 7:04.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) departs at 11:29.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Wakefield Westgate (WKF). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Wakefield Westgate offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring views of the Pennine hills, picturesque countryside, and industrial landscapes, providing a varied visual experience throughout the trip.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Wakefield Westgate is feasible. The journey takes 1h 40m, covers 62 km, and there are 6 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Wakefield Westgate (WKF)

Manchester
Wakefield
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Wakefield.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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