How much is the bus ticket from Sheffield to Wakefield?

The cheapest coach tickets from Sheffield to Wakefield start from £7. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Sheffield to Wakefield?

The average bus journey time from Sheffield to Wakefield is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 21 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 55m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Sheffield to Wakefield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sheffield to Wakefield?

The earliest bus departs from Sheffield to Wakefield at 12:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sheffield to Wakefield?

A bus journey from Sheffield to Wakefield produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Sheffield to Wakefield from £6 | Compare & Save up to 39%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sheffield to Wakefield on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 25m	00:50	Charlesworth Way	Cheapest
Bus	22:40	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	2h 10m	00:50	Charlesworth Way	Fastest
Bus	22:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 25m	00:50	Charlesworth Way	No tags
Bus	22:40	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	2h 10m	00:50	Charlesworth Way	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Wakefield on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	1h 10m	13:40	Charlesworth Way	Cheapest
Bus	12:45	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	55m	13:40	Charlesworth Way	Fastest
Bus	12:30	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	1h 10m	13:40	Charlesworth Way	No tags
Bus	22:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 25m	00:50	Charlesworth Way	No tags
Bus	22:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 25m	00:50	Charlesworth Way	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Sheffield to Wakefield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage duration

21 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £7	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £22	Average duration57m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sheffield and Wakefield?

Stops in Sheffield

A
Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
37104 Pond St, Sheffield S1, UK
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B
Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
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C
Sheffield Bus Stop
Alsing Rd, Sheffield S9 1EQ, UK
D
Brown St
Persistence Works, 21 Brown St, Sheffield S1 2BS, UK

Stops in Wakefield

A
Charlesworth Way
Cathedral Retail Pk, Wakefield WF2 9SE, UK
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B
Wakefield Bus Stop
29 Northgate, Wakefield WF1 3BJ, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,786 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29786 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £7

National Express Sheffield Wakefield recent customer reviews

Good seats

Knut R.

1 October 2023

Excellent service and driver. Will be using national express again

Brenda A.

5 October 2020

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sheffield to Wakefield

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Sheffield to Wakefield?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sheffield to Wakefield start from £7. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sheffield to Wakefield?
The average bus journey time from Sheffield to Wakefield is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 21 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Sheffield to Wakefield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sheffield to Wakefield?
The earliest bus departs from Sheffield to Wakefield at 12:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sheffield to Wakefield?
A bus journey from Sheffield to Wakefield produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

20/12

£6

21/12

£6

Today

£6

23/12

£6

24/12

No data

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26/12

£6

27/12

£6

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Wakefield was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sheffield to Wakefield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £9 for a bus ticket from Sheffield to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-26.