The average train between Wakefield and Knutsford takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield to Knutsford. 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 Wakefield and Knutsford. The earliest departure is at 3:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Knutsford at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Knutsford. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Knutsford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Wakefield to Knutsford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Knutsford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Knutsford station.
Book your Wakefield to Knutsford train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wakefield and Knutsford is 71.7 km. The road distance is 97 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Knutsford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 28m.