The average train between Wakefield and Poynton takes 1h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield to Poynton. 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 Poynton. The earliest departure is at 3:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Poynton at 6:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Poynton. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Poynton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.
Wakefield to Poynton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Poynton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Poynton station.
Book your Wakefield to Poynton train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wakefield and Poynton is 55.3 km. The road distance is 80 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Poynton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 8m.