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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield to Knottingley
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Knottingley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Knottingley will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 trains that leave Wakefield for Knottingley every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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.
5:430h24Wakefield6:07Knottingley£51One-way0 changes- 6:320h30Wakefield7:02Knottingley£51One-way0 changes
- 8:460h25Wakefield9:11Knottingley£51One-way0 changes
- 9:460h25Wakefield10:11Knottingley£51One-way0 changes
- 10:460h25Wakefield11:11Knottingley£51One-way0 changes
- 5:430h24Wakefield6:07Knottingley£51One-way0 changes
- 8:460h25Wakefield9:11Knottingley£51One-way0 changes
- 9:460h25Wakefield10:11Knottingley£51One-way0 changes
- 10:460h25Wakefield11:11Knottingley£51One-way0 changes
- 11:460h25Wakefield12:11Knottingley£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wakefield to Knottingley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Knottingley 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 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 16 km
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56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wakefield to Knottingley train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Knottingley trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:43 Wakefield | 0h24 | 6:07 Knottingley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:32 Wakefield | 0h30 | 7:02 Knottingley | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 7:02 Wakefield | 0h33 | 7:35 Knottingley | 1 change | |
| 8:02 Wakefield | 0h32 | 8:34 Knottingley | 1 change | |
| 8:46 Wakefield | 0h25 | 9:11 Knottingley | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield to Knottingley
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Trains from Wakefield to Knottingley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 24m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 23:19 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, first_transpennine_express from Wakefield to Knottingley trainsNorthern Rail, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Wakefield and Knottingley 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: Wakefield to Knottingley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Knottingley
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- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Forecourt
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 2. There is a 1st Class waiting room on platform 1. Open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:00. Saturday 05:00 - 20:30. Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Nearest services contact Bus Line 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Lingwell Gate Lane WF1 2NX, North and South of the junction with Grand Stand Rd.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
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