4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from York to Wakefield you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for York to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. 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 coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 41 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Wakefield bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Wakefield coaches for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 21:12 York | 3h38 | 00:50 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 23 March | |||||
| 07:51 York | 2h04 | 09:55 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 08:21 York | 2h04 | 10:25 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 08:53 York | 2h02 | 10:55 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 09:18 York | 1h52 | 11:10 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 09:38 York | 2h02 | 11:40 Wakefield | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Wakefield
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Buses from York to Wakefield run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 23:33. The fastest coach covers the 41 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 4m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 23:33 |
Bus providers: Coastliner from York to WakefieldYou can travel by bus between York to Wakefield with Coastliner for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: York to Wakefield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Wakefield 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 Wakefield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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