The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wakefield to London
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wakefield to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to London will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 12 buses that leave Wakefield for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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.
NX56417:355h15Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk22:50London, Victoria Coach Station£171One-way0 changes
NX46523:595h51Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk5:50London, Victoria Coach Station£301One-way0 changes
NX564 · NX444 · NX03217:3510h55Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk4:30London, Earl's Court£361One-way2 changes
NX564 · NX025 · NX03217:3510h55Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk4:30London, Earl's Court£371One-way2 changes
NX5648:055h15Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk13:20London, Victoria Coach Station£401One-way0 changes
NX56417:355h15Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk22:50London, Victoria Coach Station£171One-way0 changes
NX5648:055h15Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk13:20London, Victoria Coach Station£401One-way0 changes
NX46523:595h51Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk5:50London, Victoria Coach Station£301One-way0 changes
NX564 · NX444 · NX4098:058h20Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk16:25London, Earl's Court£541One-way2 changes
NX564 · NX444 · NX0308:058h20Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk16:25London, Earl's Court£501One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Wakefield to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to London 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 259 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £164 Average Price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Wakefield to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to London coaches for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX465 · NX032 · NX032 | 23:59 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 10h16 | 10:15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX465 · NX035 · NX032 | 23:59 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 10h16 | 10:15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX465 | 23:59 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 5h51 | 5:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX465 · NX035 · NX030 | 23:59 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 8h31 | 8:30 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
NX564 · NX444 · NX409 | 8:05 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 8h20 | 16:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX564 · NX444 · NX030 | 8:05 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 8h20 | 16:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX564 · NX401 · NX409 | 8:05 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 8h20 | 16:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX564 · NX401 · NX030 | 8:05 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 8h20 | 16:25 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX564 | 8:05 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 5h15 | 13:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX564 | 17:35 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 5h15 | 22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX564 · NX444 · NX032 | 17:35 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 10h55 | 4:30 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX564 · NX025 · NX032 | 17:35 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 10h55 | 4:30 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
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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 Megabus, FlixBus or Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from Wakefield to London.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wakefield to London
Buses from Wakefield to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 259 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 259 km |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Arriva UK from Wakefield to LondonYou can travel by bus between Wakefield to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Arriva UK for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Wakefield to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to London 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 London, 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- 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 London
Most Wakefield to London buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Wakefield and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses from Wakefield arrive at?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
Getting to London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) from London city centre
Most popular bus connections from Wakefield
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