The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wakefield to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
330 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wakefield to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Bournemouth will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 1 buses that leave Wakefield for Bournemouth 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 330 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 30 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.
17:359h30Wakefield3:05Bournemouth£361One-way0 changes
17:359h30Wakefield3:05Bournemouth£361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Wakefield to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £93.
Distance: 330 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £108 Average Price |
8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wakefield to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Bournemouth coaches for today, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 Wakefield | 9h10 | 18:10 Bournemouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:00 Wakefield | 9h30 | 21:30 Bournemouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:30 Wakefield | 9h00 | 21:30 Bournemouth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 23:00 Wakefield | 14h40 | 13:40 Bournemouth | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Wakefield to Bournemouth by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Wakefield to Bournemouth coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wakefield to Bournemouth
Buses from Wakefield to Bournemouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 330 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 330 km |
Average bus duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: National Express, Arriva UK from Wakefield to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Wakefield to Bournemouth with National Express, Arriva UK for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Wakefield to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, 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.
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