Bradford to Wakefield bus with First Bradford

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Wakefield

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h 32 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

21 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bradford to Wakefield will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Bradford for Wakefield every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 21 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

TransPennine Express
18:262h04
Bradford
20:30Wakefield
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:501h00
Bradford
23:50Wakefield
£101One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bradford to Wakefield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £7.

Distance: 21 km

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Train

£9

Average Price

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 40m

Average total duration

1h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bradford to Wakefield bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Wakefield coaches for today, Wednesday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 22:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express22:50 Bradford
1h00
23:50 Wakefield0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
transpennine_express18:26 Bradford
2h04
20:30 Wakefield0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bradford to Wakefield

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Buses from Bradford to Wakefield run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £2 by train.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 21 km distance in 1h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £2
Distance
21 km
Average bus duration
1h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
1h 0m
First bus
04:20
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £2

Bus providers: First Bradford, National Express, Arriva Yorkshire from Bradford to WakefieldYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Wakefield with First Bradford, National Express, Arriva Yorkshire for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£10
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

First Bradford

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
First Bradford frequency
32 a day

Arriva Yorkshire

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
£4
Arriva Yorkshire frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Bradford to Wakefield coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Wakefield by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wakefield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bradford to Wakefield can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bradford to Wakefield is £11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bradford to Wakefield coach travel time is 1 h   for the 12 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bradford to Wakefield leaves at 12: 39. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bradford to Wakefield leaves at 23: 50.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Bradford to Wakefield without having to change trains with Arriva Yorkshire. There is 1 direct coach from Bradford to Wakefield each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Bradford to Wakefield, you can count on Arriva Yorkshire, National Express or First Bradford for the best way to get you to Wakefield. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Wakefield from Bradford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Wakefield from Bradford is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bradford to Wakefield by coach is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Bradford to Wakefield including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Bradford to Wakefield has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bradford to Wakefield.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bradford to Wakefield.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bradford to Wakefield.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bradford to Wakefield needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bradford to Wakefield.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bradford to Wakefield.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bradford to Wakefield.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bradford to Wakefield.

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