Huddersfield to Wakefield bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Huddersfield to Wakefield

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

55 m

Average duration

1 h 9 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

19 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Huddersfield to Wakefield will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Huddersfield for Wakefield every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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
14:301h00
Huddersfield
15:30Wakefield
£61One-way
0 changes
National Express
15:301h00
Huddersfield
16:30Wakefield
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
05:200h55
Huddersfield
06:15Wakefield
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:101h40
Huddersfield
23:50Wakefield
£111One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Huddersfield to Wakefield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Huddersfield to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. 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 £6, and a coach costs an average of £6.

Distance: 19 km

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Coach
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Train

£8

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 25m

Average total duration

55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

53m

Average total duration

Fastest

23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

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Direct Options

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

Live departures

Huddersfield to Wakefield bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 04:12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express10:30 Huddersfield
1h00
11:30 Wakefield0 changesdirect
national_express15:30 Huddersfield
1h00
16:30 Wakefield0 changesdirect
national_express22:10 Huddersfield
1h40
23:50 Wakefield0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Huddersfield to Wakefield

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Buses from Huddersfield to Wakefield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
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 £6
Distance
19 km
Average bus duration
55m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
50m
First bus
00:03
Last bus
23:33
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 £6

Bus providers: National Express, Arriva Yorkshire from Huddersfield to WakefieldYou can travel by bus between Huddersfield to Wakefield with National Express, Arriva Yorkshire for as low as £6. 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
50m
Cheapest Price
£7
National Express frequency
3 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.

Arriva Yorkshire

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
£4
Arriva Yorkshire frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Huddersfield to Wakefield coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Huddersfield to Wakefield with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Huddersfield to Wakefield.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Huddersfield to Wakefield can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Huddersfield to Wakefield is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Huddersfield to Wakefield is on average 50 min   for the 12 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Huddersfield and Wakefield by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield leaves at 00: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield leaves at 23: 19.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Huddersfield to Wakefield without having to change trains with National Express or Arriva Yorkshire. There are 2 direct coaches from Huddersfield to Wakefield each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield, you can count on National Express or Arriva Yorkshire for the best way to get you to Wakefield. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Huddersfield and Wakefield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Huddersfield, Bus Station, which is located around 0.5 miles (750 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk, located 0.6 miles (990 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Wakefield from Huddersfield is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Huddersfield to Wakefield by coach is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Wakefield from Huddersfield including taking a train or coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield for National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Huddersfield to Wakefield depends on the:
  • National Express
    • 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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Huddersfield to Wakefield, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Huddersfield to Wakefield:
    • National Express
      • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
    Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Huddersfield to Wakefield:
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield.
    You can reserve your seat on the coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield with the following: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield with the following: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Huddersfield to Wakefield with the following: National Express.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Huddersfield and Wakefield

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    The major coach station for departures in Huddersfield is Huddersfield, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Huddersfield, Bus Station for your trip from Huddersfield to Wakefield.
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