The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Sunderland to Wakefield you need to make at least one change.
14:252h50Sunderland17:15WakefieldFind prices2 changes
10:552h48Sunderland13:43Wakefield£151One-way1 change
12:303h21Sunderland15:51Wakefield£151One-way1 change
14:252h56Sunderland17:21Wakefield£151One-way1 change
18:052h45Sunderland20:50Wakefield£151One-way1 change
18:052h45Sunderland20:50Wakefield£151One-way1 change
10:552h48Sunderland13:43Wakefield£151One-way1 change
14:252h50Sunderland17:15WakefieldFind prices2 changes
14:252h56Sunderland17:21Wakefield£151One-way1 change
8:203h08Sunderland11:28Wakefield£301One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sunderland to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 136 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sunderland to Wakefield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Wakefield coaches for today, Monday 11 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 18:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 1h55 | 20:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 12 May | |||||
![]() | 5:45 Sunderland | 3h14 | 8:59 Wakefield | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:15 Sunderland | 3h13 | 9:28 Wakefield | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:20 Sunderland | 3h08 | 11:28 Wakefield | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:35 Sunderland | 3h23 | 11:58 Wakefield | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:15 Sunderland | 3h13 | 13:28 Wakefield | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sunderland to Wakefield by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Wakefield
Buses from Sunderland to Wakefield run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 20:17. The fastest coach covers the 136 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 136 km |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 1:20 |
Last bus 20:17 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Sunderland to WakefieldYou can travel by bus between Sunderland to Wakefield with FlixBus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sunderland to Wakefield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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