Bus and Coach from Durham to Wakefield: Compare all prices

Which bus from Durham to Wakefield is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Durham to Wakefield. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like TransPennine Express or CrossCountry. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

from £24

tomorrow

from £33

Monday

from £25

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person

TransPennine Express

3h 48m

0

03:10

Durham
Central Station

06:58

Wakefield
Westgate Station

0

Economy

£24

A Bus from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 15/03/2025 03:10:00 to Westgate Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/03/2025 06:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 48m
TransPennine Express

3h 20m

0

03:10

Durham
Central Station

06:30

Wakefield
Kirkgate Train Station

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 15/03/2025 03:10:00 to Kirkgate Train Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/03/2025 06:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
TransPennine Express

3h 28m

0

04:05

Durham
Central Station

07:33

Wakefield
Kirkgate Train Station

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 15/03/2025 04:05:00 to Kirkgate Train Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/03/2025 07:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
TransPennine Express

3h 3m

0

05:25

Durham
Central Station

08:28

Wakefield
Kirkgate Train Station

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 15/03/2025 05:25:00 to Kirkgate Train Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/03/2025 08:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 3m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person

CrossCountry

2h 51m

0

09:25

Durham
Central Station

12:16

Wakefield
Westgate Station

0

Economy

£33

A Bus from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 16/03/2025 09:25:00 to Westgate Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/03/2025 12:16:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 51m
TransPennine Express

3h 28m

0

08:35

Durham
Central Station

12:03

Wakefield
Westgate Station

0

Economy

£40

A Bus from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 16/03/2025 08:35:00 to Westgate Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/03/2025 12:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
TransPennine Express

3h 50m

0

07:35

Durham
Central Station

11:25

Wakefield
Kirkgate Train Station

0

Economy

£40

A Bus from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 16/03/2025 07:35:00 to Kirkgate Train Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/03/2025 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
TransPennine Express

2h 56m

0

07:35

Durham
Central Station

10:31

Wakefield
Kirkgate Train Station

0

Economy

£43

A Bus from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 16/03/2025 07:35:00 to Kirkgate Train Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/03/2025 10:31:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 56m

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person

TransPennine Express

3h 1m

0

03:40

Durham
Central Station

06:41

Wakefield
Kirkgate Train Station

0

Economy

£25

A Bus from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 17/03/2025 03:40:00 to Kirkgate Train Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/03/2025 06:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 1m
TransPennine Express

2h 57m

0

03:40

Durham
Central Station

06:37

Wakefield
Westgate Station

0

Economy

£40

A Bus from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Durham (United Kingdom) at 17/03/2025 03:40:00 to Westgate Station, Wakefield (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/03/2025 06:37:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 57m

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Durham and Wakefield?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Durham to Wakefield. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Durham to Wakefield. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Durham and Wakefield.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 6 coaches from Durham to Wakefield, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Durham and Wakefield, with 5 offers.

All facts for Durham to Wakefield bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like TransPennine Express and CrossCountry that travel daily 3 times by bus from Durham to Wakefield in one click. Book your Durham to Wakefield bus ticket starting from £24!

Cheapest Bus	£24
Fastest Bus	2h 51m
Earliest Coach	03:10
Latest Coach	03:40
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	122.2 km
Coach Companies	TransPennine Express and CrossCountry

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Durham to Wakefield?

Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave Durham for Wakefield. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 15/03/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 10/03

Tuesday 11/03

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 13/03

Friday 14/03

Saturday 15/03

£24

Sunday 16/03

£33

Monday 17/03

£25

Tuesday 18/03

Wednesday 19/03

Thursday 20/03

Friday 21/03

Saturday 22/03

Sunday 23/03

Monday 24/03

Tuesday 25/03

Wednesday 26/03

Thursday 27/03

Friday 28/03

Saturday 29/03

Sunday 30/03

Monday 31/03

Tuesday 01/04

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 03/04

Friday 04/04

Saturday 05/04

Sunday 06/04

The cheapest time to travel from Durham to Wakefield

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Durham to Wakefield, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £24, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Durham to Wakefield. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £33.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Durham to Wakefield, with £24. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £33.

How to save money travelling from Durham to Wakefield

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Durham to Wakefield in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Durham to Wakefield, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Durham to Wakefield are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Durham and Wakefield

Here is a map with all coach stations in Durham and Wakefield. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

University Palatine Centre

Stockton Rd

Central Bus Station

North Road

Central Station

Sutton Street

Bus Stop

Cathedral Retail Pk Bus Station

Northbound Coach Park M1 Bus Station

Ossett Bus Station

Wooley Edge South Coach Park

Bramley Ln

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Durham to Wakefield? Compare all modes of transports from Durham to Wakefield.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Durham to Wakefield

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Durham to Wakefield. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Durham to Wakefield bus

How much does a Durham Wakefield coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Durham Wakefield bus trip is available from £24 and takes 3h 48m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Durham to Wakefield?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £24 to £43. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Wakefield.

How many connections are available for the Durham Wakefield route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Durham to Wakefield is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Wakefield from Durham take?

The quickest coach from Durham to Wakefield is provided by CrossCountry and takes 2h 51m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £33. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Durham to Wakefield?

The earliest bus to Wakefield departs from Durham at 03:10. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Durham to Wakefield?

The latest bus to Wakefield departs from Durham at 03:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Durham Wakefield route?

Passengers looking to travel from Durham to Wakefield can travel with TransPennine Express and CrossCountry. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Wakefield?

You can check all the direct connections between Durham and Wakefield by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: TransPennine Express and CrossCountry.

What can I take with me on the bus to Wakefield from Durham?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Durham Wakefield bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Durham Wakefield bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Durham to Wakefield on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Durham to Wakefield

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Durham and to Wakefield

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Durham and to Wakefield. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!