Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
5 h 10 m
Buses on 09 Sept
1
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 1 buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF), including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 260 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 260 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £72 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF):
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) costing on average £35.
A coach is £52 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) costing on average £72.
Other travel options to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 15m.
Coach takes on average 5h 35m.
Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 5h 35m versus 3h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) coaches for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 London Victoria (VIC) | 5h10 | 13:40 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 260 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 260 km |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 7:30 |
Last bus 22:30 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) 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 Westgate (WKF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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