How much is the bus ticket from Wakefield to Bradford?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wakefield to Bradford start at R 201. The average price for this route is around R 203. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Wakefield to Bradford?

The average bus journey time from Wakefield to Bradford is 55m, covering a distance of 21 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Wakefield to Bradford route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Wakefield to Bradford at 05:20. And the latest bus departs at 05:20.

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

A bus trip from Wakefield to Bradford produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Wakefield to Bradford from R 169 | Compare & Save up to 23%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wakefield to Bradford on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	05:20	Charlesworth Way	55m	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	CheapestFastest
	Bus	05:20	Charlesworth Way	55m	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Bradford on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	05:20	Charlesworth Way	55m	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	CheapestFastest
	Bus	05:20	Charlesworth Way	55m	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Bradford on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	05:20	Charlesworth Way	55m	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	CheapestFastest
	Bus	05:20	Charlesworth Way	55m	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Bradford on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	05:20	Charlesworth Way	55m	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	CheapestFastest
	Bus	05:20	Charlesworth Way	55m	06:15	Nelson Street, Bradford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:54 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wakefield to Bradford

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bradford. The journey takes about 51 minutes and with fares starting at just R 89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

51mAverage duration

22 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 201 - R 205	Average duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 89 - R 246	Average duration51m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wakefield and Bradford?

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

Stops in Bradford

A
Bradford Interchange
2 Bridge St, Bradford BD1 1TU, UK
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B
Bradford Coach Station
Unit 7, Metro Interchange, , Bradford BD1 1TU

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 767 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29767 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 R 201

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wakefield to Bradford by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Wakefield to Bradford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wakefield to Bradford start at R 201. The average price for this route is around R 203. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wakefield to Bradford?
The average bus journey time from Wakefield to Bradford is 55m, covering a distance of 21 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Wakefield to Bradford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wakefield to Bradford?
The earliest bus departs from Wakefield to Bradford at 05:20. And the latest bus departs at 05:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wakefield to Bradford?
A bus trip from Wakefield to Bradford produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 171

14/12

R 171

Today

R 171

16/12

R 171

17/12

R 171

18/12

R 170

19/12

R 171

20/12

R 171

The cheapest trip from Wakefield to Bradford was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 170

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

You can expect to pay from R 170 to R 219 for a bus ticket from Wakefield to Bradford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 170, which is on 2025-12-18.