Wakefield to Birkenhead bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wakefield to Birkenhead

Showing times and prices for 07 Jun

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

3 h 38 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

105 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Wakefield to Birkenhead will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.

Fast coaches

To travel from Wakefield to Birkenhead you need to make at least one change.

  • Arriva UK
    8:154h05
    Wakefield
    12:20Birkenhead
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • Arriva UK
    14:153h25
    Wakefield
    17:40Birkenhead
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • Arriva UK
    18:153h25
    Wakefield
    21:40Birkenhead
    £111One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Wakefield to Birkenhead

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Birkenhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £37.

Distance: 105 km

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Train

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£51

Average Price

3h 53m

Average total duration

3h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 20m

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30m

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Live departures

Wakefield to Birkenhead bus times

The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Birkenhead coaches for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Arriva UK8:45 Wakefield
3h35
12:20 Birkenhead1 change
Arriva UK13:45 Wakefield
3h55
17:40 Birkenhead1 change
Arriva UK14:45 Wakefield
3h50
18:35 Birkenhead1 change
Arriva UK18:15 Wakefield
3h25
21:40 Birkenhead1 change
Arriva UK21:15 Wakefield
7h00
4:15 Birkenhead1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Wakefield to Birkenhead by coach or train

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Why should you book Wakefield to Birkenhead coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Arriva UK offer coaches services from Wakefield to Birkenhead.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Wakefield to Birkenhead.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from Wakefield to Birkenhead.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Wakefield to Birkenhead.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Wakefield to Birkenhead.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Wakefield to Birkenhead

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Buses from Wakefield to Birkenhead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:20, the last at 18:15. The fastest coach covers the 105 km distance in 3h 25m.

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
Distance
105 km
Average bus duration
3h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
5:20
Last bus
18:15
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
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

Bus providers: National Express, Arriva UK from Wakefield to BirkenheadYou can travel by bus between Wakefield to Birkenhead with National Express, Arriva UK for as low as £11. 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
National Express frequency
1 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.
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Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£11
Arriva UK frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Wakefield to Birkenhead coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Birkenhead 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 Birkenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Wakefield to Birkenhead can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Wakefield to Birkenhead is £11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead is 3h 25m to travel the 105 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead leaves at 5:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead leaves at 18:15.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Wakefield to Birkenhead with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead, you can count on National Express, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Birkenhead. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Wakefield and Birkenhead and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Birkenhead from Wakefield is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Wakefield and Birkenhead including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Wakefield to Birkenhead depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Wakefield to Birkenhead:
  • 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 Wakefield to Birkenhead:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Wakefield to Birkenhead with the following coach company: National Express.

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