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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Wakefield will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 3 buses that leave Newcastle for Wakefield every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 144 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newcastle to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 144 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Wakefield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Wakefield coaches for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX172 · NX465 | 17:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 7h25 | 00:50 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 19 November | |||||
| 00:20 Newcastle | 2h00 | 02:20 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Wakefield
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Buses from Newcastle to Wakefield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 144 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 144 km |
Average bus duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from Newcastle to WakefieldYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Wakefield with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle to Wakefield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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.
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