The average train between Knottingley and Manchester takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Knottingley to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Knottingley and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Knottingley is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Manchester at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 21m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Knottingley to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Knottingley to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Castleford station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Knottingley to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Castleford station.
Knottingley to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
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The distance between Knottingley and Manchester is 70.7 km. The road distance is 89 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Castleford to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 1h 15m.