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Manchester to Wakefield Kirkgate Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Wakefield Kirkgate? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £5.00, with average prices for this route around £10.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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07:30
Manchester Victoria
08:55
Wakefield Kirkgate
1h 25m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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07:36
Manchester Victoria
09:46
Wakefield Kirkgate
2h 10m, Changes requiredNorthern
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07:57
Manchester Victoria
09:55
Wakefield Kirkgate
1h 58m, Changes requiredNorthern
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08:00
Manchester Piccadilly
09:01
Wakefield Kirkgate
1h 1m, DirectTransPennine Express
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08:15
Manchester Victoria
09:46
Wakefield Kirkgate
1h 31m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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08:21
Manchester Victoria
10:25
Paris
2h 4m, Changes requiredNorthern
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Manchester to Wakefield Kirkgate Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:30
Last train
Last train
23:23
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Wakefield Kirkgate
Journey time
Journey time
1h 1m
Distance
Distance
54 km
Price
Price
£5.00*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Grand Central, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Wakefield Kirkgate

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Wakefield Kirkgate can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Wakefield Kirkgate, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Wakefield Kirkgate ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester to Wakefield Kirkgate more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Wakefield Kirkgate train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.