How far is Wakefield from Leeds?

About 9 miles (14 km) separate Wakefield and Leeds.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Wakefield to Leeds?

Most of the buses traveling from Wakefield to Leeds leave from Charlesworth Way and arrive at Leeds Coach Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Leeds?

Once in Leeds, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Leeds Art Gallery, Kirkstall Abbey, Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway, Kirkgate Market and Leeds Dock.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Wakefield to Leeds on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	25m	5:45am	Leeds Coach Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	25m	5:45am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Wakefield to Leeds on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	25m	5:45am	Leeds Coach Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	25m	5:45am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Wakefield to Leeds on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	25m	5:45am	Leeds Coach Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	25m	5:45am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Wakefield to Leeds on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	25m	5:45am	Leeds Coach Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	25m	5:45am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:06 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Wakefield to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage Duration

9 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration25m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$4 - $12	Average Duration14m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,717 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29717 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $7

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Where are the popular stops in Wakefield and Leeds?

Stops in Wakefield

A - Charlesworth Way

B - Wakefield Bus Stop

Stops in Leeds

A - Leeds Coach Station

B - Leeds Bradford Airport

C - 20 Central Rd

D - Leeds Bus Stop F5

E - St Peter's Street

F - Leeds

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wakefield to Leeds by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$5

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$5

Today

$5

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$5

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$5

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$5

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$5

The cheapest trip from Wakefield to Leeds was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $9 for a bus ticket from Wakefield to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-23.