Manchester to Wakefield by train
Wakefield lies 54 km (33 mi) north-east of Manchester, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 31 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 66 km (41 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Manchester | Wakefield | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 568,996 | 109,766 |
| Elevation | 51 m (167 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Wakefield Westgate railway station, Wakefield Kirkgate railway station |
| Postal codes | M1–M99 | WF1–WF90 |
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Common questions
How far is Wakefield from Manchester?
54 km (33 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Manchester; by road roughly 66 km (41 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manchester to Wakefield by train?
About 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manchester and Wakefield?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.