How to get from Wakefield to Huddersfield by bus and train?

From Wakefield to Huddersfield by bus and train

To get from Wakefield to Huddersfield in Huddersfield, take the 59 bus from Wakefield Bus Station station to Kirkgate A station. Next, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Wakefield Kirkgate station to Huddersfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min.

35min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Leaves from Wakefield Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wakefield Bus Station
    150 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Barnsley Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kirkgate A
    ID 45018433
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 6
    Ride to train station Huddersfield
    Ride to train station
    Huddersfield
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Wakefield to Huddersfield by bus and train via 496 and TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS

To get from Wakefield to Huddersfield in Huddersfield, take the 496 bus from Wakefield Bus Station station to Kirkgate A station. Next, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Wakefield Kirkgate station to Huddersfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min.

35min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 496496
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Leaves from Wakefield Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wakefield Bus Station
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 496496
    Wait for bus
    496
    Bell Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kirkgate A
    ID 45018433
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 6
    Ride to train station Huddersfield
    Ride to train station
    Huddersfield
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Wakefield to Huddersfield

The distance between Wakefield, Huddersfield and Huddersfield, Huddersfield is approximately 24.46 km, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wakefield to Huddersfield by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Huddersfield – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Wakefield

Wakefield is located at Wakefield, Huddersfield and the nearest public transport station is Westgate E.

Bus stations close to Wakefield:

  • Westgate E
  • Westgate F
  • Westgate A

Public transport stations close to Huddersfield, Huddersfield

Huddersfield is located at Huddersfield, Huddersfield and the nearest public transport station is Kirkgate.

Bus stations close to Huddersfield:

  • Kirkgate
  • John William Street
  • Huddersfield

Related Routes

Alternative route from Wakefield to Huddersfield by bus and train via 496 and TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS

To get from Wakefield to Huddersfield in Huddersfield, take the 496 bus from Wakefield Bus Station station to Kirkgate A station. Next, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Wakefield Kirkgate station to Huddersfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min.

35min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 496496
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Leaves from Wakefield Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wakefield Bus Station
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 496496
    Wait for bus
    496
    Bell Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kirkgate A
    ID 45018433
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 6
    Ride to train station Huddersfield
    Ride to train station
    Huddersfield
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Huddersfield?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 59, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Wakefield to Huddersfield?

    The alternative route takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 496, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS.

  • Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Huddersfield?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Wakefield to Huddersfield?

    The 59 bus line goes from Wakefield Bus Station station near Wakefield in Yorkshire to Barnsley Town Centre station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Barnsley Town Centre station near Huddersfield in Huddersfield.

  • How long does it take to travel from Wakefield to Huddersfield by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Wakefield in Yorkshire and Huddersfield in Huddersfield by bus and train is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Wakefield to get to Huddersfield?

    Get on the 59 bus from the Wakefield Bus Station stop near Wakefield in Yorkshire.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Wakefield and Huddersfield?

    Get off the bus at the Barnsley Town Centre station, which is closest to Huddersfield in Huddersfield.

  • When is the first bus from Wakefield to Huddersfield?

    The first bus from Wakefield in Yorkshire to Huddersfield in Huddersfield is Huddersfield - Wakefield. It leaves the Wakefield Bus Station stop at 08:13.

  • When is the last train from Wakefield to Huddersfield?

    The last train from Wakefield in Yorkshire to Huddersfield in Huddersfield is the TransPennine Express line. It leaves the Wakefield Kirkgate station at 23:18.

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