- Must visit
The Hepworth Wakefield
Contemporary art gallery in a striking riverside building, known for modern exhibitions and Yorkshire sculpture displays.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Wakefield
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Sept
Cheapest price on 10 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 10 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 10 Sept
1 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 10 Sept
1 h 4 m
Trains on 10 Sept
18
Distance
54 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Wakefield will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Fast trains
On Thu 10 Sept, we found 18 trains from Manchester to Wakefield, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G89210 · G8994310:571h45Manchester Victoria (MCV)12:42Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£91One-way1 change
G1583411:001h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:01Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)£111One-way0 changes- C2469810:001h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:01Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)£111One-way0 changes
- G89199 · G899278:571h45Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:42Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£151One-way1 change
- G15932 · C246815:301h31Manchester Victoria (MCV)7:01Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)£171One-way1 change
- G158318:001h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:01Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)£171One-way0 changes
- G1583411:001h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:01Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)£111One-way0 changes
- G157989:001h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:01Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)£201One-way0 changes
- C2469810:001h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:01Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)£111One-way0 changes
- C24590+G9018010:151h17Manchester Victoria (MCV)11:32Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£211One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 54 km
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£13 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Wakefield is a coach with an average price of £7.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Wakefield:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Wakefield costing on average £13.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Wakefield is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 11m.
Other travel options to Wakefield take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 20m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Wakefield including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.13. The journey takes 1h 20m 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 to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Wakefield trains for today, Wednesday 9 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C24754 | Delayed 18:02 19:00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 20:01 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16016+G90241 | On time 19:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h17 | 20:32 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G89138 · G89806 | On time 19:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h01 | 21:22 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| C24432+G89531 | On time 19:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h27 | 20:57 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G89251 · G90025 | On time 19:57 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h45 | 21:42 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| C24760 | On time 20:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 21:01 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16001+G90250 | On time 20:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h17 | 21:32 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 10 September | |||||
G15885+ C02157 | On time 2:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h19 | 5:11 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| C24464+C02155 | 4:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h46 | 6:16 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G15932 · C24681 | 5:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h31 | 7:01 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| G15932+G07949 | 5:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h21 | 6:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G15876+G89447 | 5:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h22 | 6:57 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
G89184+ Y14804 | 5:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h53 | 7:44 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| G15831 | 8:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 9:01 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15897+G90163 | 8:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h17 | 9:32 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G89110+Y14827 | 8:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h19 | 9:40 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| C24396+G07971 | 8:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h21 | 9:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G89199 · G89927 | 8:57 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h45 | 10:42 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G15798 | 9:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 10:01 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24698 | 10:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 11:01 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24590+G90180 | 10:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h17 | 11:32 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| W84795+G07981 | 10:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h21 | 11:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G89210 · G89943 | 10:57 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h45 | 12:42 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G15834 | 11:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 12:01 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24597+G90187 | 11:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h17 | 12:32 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Wakefield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Wakefield run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 1m.
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 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
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, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Wakefield trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Wakefield 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 Transpennine Express Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£11
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
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£10
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
17 a day
Complete guide to Wakefield
Things to do in Wakefield
Discover the best of Wakefield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wakefield trip today.
- Must visit
National Coal Mining Museum for England
Former colliery transformed into an industrial museum with pithead structures, exhibitions and open grounds to explore.
- Recommended
Nostell
Yorkshire country house museum with historic rooms, landscape gardens and family-friendly activities in nearby Sandal.
- Recommended
Thornes Park
Waterside park with broad lawns, lakes, woodland walks and seasonal colour; ideal for relaxed strolls near the city centre.
- Recommended
Wakefield Waterfront
Restored urban waterfront with paths, public art and modern architecture linking the river, gallery and old mill buildings.
- Recommended
Newmillerdam Country Park
Large country park with woodland trails, lakes and long views, offering quieter walks on the eastern edge of Wakefield.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Tea Loaf
A rich Yorkshire fruit loaf spiced with tea and dried fruit, traditionally sliced and spread with Wensleydale cheese in West Yorkshire.
Steak and Ale Pie
Slow-cooked beef in a dark ale gravy under a pastry lid, common across Yorkshire pubs and a hearty regional comfort dish.
Yorkshire Sunday Roast
A roast beef dinner with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. It is a defining Sunday meal across Yorkshire.
Istanbul Restaurant
Popular Turkish grill and meze restaurant with a lively atmosphere, generous portions and well-known charcoal-cooked dishes.
Qubana
Smart modern British restaurant in Wakefield city centre, known for seasonal cooking and a polished but relaxed setting.
Kashmiri Aroma
Established Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a friendly, traditional dining room.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and everyday costs are fairly manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is welcome.
MCard Mobile
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Wakefield Westgate -> Wakefield Bus Station, Wakefield
- Distance
- 0.9 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Buy multi-operator day tickets in the official MCard Mobile app; Metro says adult daily tickets are available there.
- Single and return fares are sold by individual bus operators and rail companies. Check the operator before travel, as Wakefield does not have one official local single fare listed by Metro.
FAQs: Manchester to Wakefield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Wakefield 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Wakefield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Manchester to Wakefield covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 1h 1m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Wakefield is 54 km.
The first train from Manchester to Wakefield leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Manchester to Wakefield departs at 23:58.
Trains from Manchester to Wakefield run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Wakefield.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Wakefield. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester to Wakefield, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Wakefield.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Wakefield is Manchester Victoria (MCV), and it arrives at Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Wakefield is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Manchester to Wakefield 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 Wakefield offers a mix of urban landscapes and glimpses of the Pennines, providing some scenic views, especially as the train passes through the countryside between cities.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester to Wakefield is feasible. The journey takes 1h 1m, with a distance of 54 km. Trains run 8 times per day.
A visit to Wakefield can typically be enjoyed over 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore its key attractions such as The Hepworth Wakefield, Wakefield Cathedral, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Wakefield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Wakefield
Most Manchester to Wakefield trains use the Manchester Airport to Wakefield Kirkgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Wakefield 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 Wakefield
Which Manchester station do trains to Wakefield leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Wakefield leave from Manchester Victoria. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY.
Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus41, 135 · 5m · £2 · every ~32 min
T1 · 10m
X43 · 29m · every ~1 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · £2 · every ~23 min
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Which Wakefield station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Wakefield most often arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate. Some services arrive at Wakefield Westgate, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Wakefield arrival station.
Wakefield KirkgateWakefield Kirkgate station, Monk Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 4EL+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Wakefield Kirkgate from Wakefield city centre
TrainLeeds - Knottingley, Leeds - Wakefield Kirkgate · 3m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus106, 105 · 3m · £4 · every ~17 min
Wakefield Kirkgate train station facilities and services
Wakefield Kirkgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Kirkgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Wakefield WestgateWakefield Westgate station, Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN+44 345 722 5333
City-centre transport
Getting to Wakefield Westgate from Wakefield city centre
Bus268, 104, 126, 232, 231, 107, 122 · 3m · £3 · every ~47 min
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.
OutwoodOutwood station, Lingwell Court, Outwood, West Yorkshire, WF1 2NX+44 3332220125
City-centre transport
Getting to Outwood from Wakefield city centre
Outwood is 3 km from Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainDoncaster - Leeds, Sheffield - Leeds · 4m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus118 · 14m · £2 · every ~3 min
101 · 31m · every ~2 min
Outwood train station facilities and services
Outwood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Outwood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Outwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Outwood: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station,, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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