Wakefield to Huddersfield bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wakefield to Huddersfield

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

55 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

19 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Wakefield to Huddersfield will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Wakefield for Huddersfield every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 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.

TransPennine Express
08:401h00
Wakefield
09:40Huddersfield
£61One-way
0 changes
National Express
12:400h50
Wakefield
13:30Huddersfield
£71One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Wakefield to Huddersfield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Huddersfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. 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 £6, and a coach costs an average of £6.

Distance: 19 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£8

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 23m

Average total duration

53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

58m

Average total duration

Fastest

28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

TransPennine Express

Most popular train company

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Wakefield to Huddersfield bus times

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

Last updated at 02:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express07:40 Wakefield
1h00
08:40 Huddersfield0 changesdirect
national_express12:40 Wakefield
0h50
13:30 Huddersfield0 changesdirect
transpennine_express14:40 Wakefield
1h00
15:40 Huddersfield0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Wakefield to Huddersfield by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Wakefield to Huddersfield

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Buses from Wakefield to Huddersfield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £6 by train.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:13, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 19 km distance in 50m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £6
Distance
19 km
Average bus duration
53m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
50m
First bus
00:13
Last bus
23:53
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £6

Bus providers: National Express, Team Pennine, Arriva Yorkshire from Wakefield to HuddersfieldYou can travel by bus between Wakefield to Huddersfield with National Express, Team Pennine, Arriva Yorkshire for as low as £6. 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
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£7
National Express frequency
2 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.

Team Pennine

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Team Pennine frequency
7 a day

Arriva Yorkshire

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
£4
Arriva Yorkshire frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Wakefield to Huddersfield coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Wakefield to Huddersfield can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Wakefield to Huddersfield is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Wakefield to Huddersfield coach travel time is 40 min   for the 12 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Wakefield to Huddersfield leaves at 01: 32. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Wakefield to Huddersfield leaves at 23: 19.
A day trip to Huddersfield from Wakefield is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Wakefield to Huddersfield is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Wakefield to Huddersfield including taking a train or coach.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Huddersfield

Wakefield
Huddersfield
The major coach station for departures in Wakefield is Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk for your trip from Wakefield to Huddersfield.
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