4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wakefield to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
275 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wakefield to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Edinburgh will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 4 buses that leave Wakefield for Edinburgh every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 275 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 5 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 train and coach for Wakefield to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 275 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wakefield to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Edinburgh coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:55 Wakefield | 5h00 | 17:55 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 00:55 Wakefield | 4h45 | 05:40 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:20 Wakefield | 12h00 | 16:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wakefield to Edinburgh
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Buses from Wakefield to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 275 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 275 km |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva Yorkshire from Wakefield to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Wakefield to Edinburgh with FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva Yorkshire for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Arriva Yorkshire
FAQs: Wakefield to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Edinburgh
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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