Arriving in Manchester
Take a look at the basic information from Wakefield to Manchester, departing from Wakefield Westgate. It takes approximately 1h 23m when you arrive at Manchester Victoria.
Book the cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Manchester
It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Manchester. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offering discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travellers, such as the 16-25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Travelling during off-peak hours
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wakefield to Manchester can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak time usually starts at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, off-peak time typically begins at 09:00.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're travelling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.
