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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Knottingley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Manchester to Knottingley and enjoy the approximately 69 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 23:11.
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
Distance 69 km |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 23:11 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Manchester to Knottingley trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Knottingley. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£35
TransPennine Express frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Knottingley
Things to do in Knottingley
Discover the best of Knottingley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Knottingley trip today.
- Recommended
Leeds City Museum
Large city museum with natural history, archaeology and art collections, good for a broad day out near Knottingley.
- Recommended
Waterways Museum
Canal-side museum exploring Yorkshire’s waterways, boats and engineering heritage in Goole, reachable from Knottingley.
- Recommended
Knottingley Town Park
Riverside green space popular for walks, play areas and relaxed views across the Aire in central Knottingley.
- Recommended
Aire and Calder Navigation
Historic canal corridor suited to walking and waterside views, reflecting Knottingley’s transport and industrial past.
- Recommended
Fairburn Ings area
Pleasant country park by a former quarry with lakeside paths, wildlife and family-friendly open space near Knottingley.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Tea Loaf
A rich fruit loaf from nearby Yorkshire, packed with tea-soaked dried fruit and spice. Long linked with local baking and often served sliced with butter.
Toad in the Hole
A classic Yorkshire pudding filled with sausages and onion gravy. A hearty regional staple widely eaten across West Yorkshire.
Yorkshire Roast Beef Dinner
Tender roast beef served with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. The iconic Sunday dinner of the county.
The Three Houses
Well-known gastro pub near Knottingley offering modern British dishes in a smart but comfortable setting.
The Boat House
Traditional pub in Knottingley serving classic British meals and drinks in a casual, local atmosphere.
Blue Bell
Popular Indian restaurant in Knottingley known for curries, grills and a relaxed dine-in setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local travel are fairly reasonable, while hotel prices can vary and often rise faster than in smaller nearby towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for coffee or a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional.
FAQs: Manchester to Knottingley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Knottingley 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 Knottingley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Manchester to Knottingley is 69 km.
The first train from Manchester to Knottingley leaves at 5:29.
The last train from Manchester to Knottingley departs at 23:11.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Knottingley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Knottingley.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Knottingley.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Knottingley is Manchester Airport (MIA), and it arrives at Knottingley station (KNO).
Booking trains from Manchester to Knottingley 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 to Knottingley offers pleasant views of the English countryside, passing through picturesque landscapes, rolling hills, and charming small towns, providing a peaceful and scenic travel experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Knottingley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Knottingley
Most Manchester to Knottingley trains use the Manchester Airport to Knottingley station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Knottingley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Knottingley
Which Manchester station do trains to Knottingley leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Knottingley leave from Manchester Airport. The station is 13 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
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.
Which Knottingley station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Knottingley arrive at Knottingley. Knottingley is from Knottingley city centre.
KnottingleyHill Top, Knottingley WF11 8ED, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Knottingley from Knottingley city centre
Bus406 · 4m
149, 148, Sw3 · 8m · £2 · every ~11 min
149, 148 · 9m · £2 · every ~11 min
Knottingley train station facilities and services
Knottingley has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Knottingley.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Knottingley.
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