4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Wakefield will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sheffield for Wakefield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 33 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
NX56412:301h10Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)13:40Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk£71One-way0 changes
- NX56412:301h10Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)13:40Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sheffield to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield 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 coach which can get you there in 45m. 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: 33 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Sheffield to Wakefield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Wakefield coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:25 Sheffield | 2h25 | 0:50 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 28 May | |||||
| NX564 | 12:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h10 | 13:40 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Wakefield
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Buses from Sheffield to Wakefield run on average 2 times per day, taking around 45m. 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 01:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 33 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 33 km |
Average bus duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 1:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach Yorkshire from Sheffield to WakefieldYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Wakefield with National Express, Stagecoach Yorkshire for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Wakefield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Wakefield
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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