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

From Leeds to Wakefield by bus and train

To get from Leeds to Wakefield in Yorkshire, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Leeds station to Wakefield Westgate station. Next, take the 268 bus from Westgate D station to Union Street J station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Leeds may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Wakefield on the Moovit app.

24min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 268268
Leaves from Leeds

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leeds
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wakefield Westgate
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westgate D
    ID 45018407
    280 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 268268
    Wait for bus
    268
    Wakefield City Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Union Street J
    Ride to bus station
    Union Street J
    ID 45025213
    2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leeds to Wakefield by bus and train via CROSSCOUNTRY and 116

To get from Leeds to Wakefield in Yorkshire, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Leeds station to Wakefield Westgate station. Next, take the 116 bus from Westgate D station to Union Street J station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The bus and train schedule from Leeds may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Wakefield on the Moovit app.

25min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 116116
Leaves from Leeds

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leeds
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wakefield Westgate
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westgate D
    ID 45018407
    280 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 116116
    Wait for bus
    116
    Wakefield City Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Union Street J
    Ride to bus station
    Union Street J
    ID 45025213
    3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Leeds to Wakefield

The distance between Leeds, Yorkshire and Wakefield, Yorkshire is approximately 16.96 km, which can typically be travelled in 24 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leeds to Wakefield by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Yorkshire – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Leeds to Wakefield

To check the bus and train schedule from Leeds to Wakefield using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leeds) and destination (Wakefield), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Leeds to Wakefield by bus and train via CROSSCOUNTRY and 116

To get from Leeds to Wakefield in Yorkshire, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Leeds station to Wakefield Westgate station. Next, take the 116 bus from Westgate D station to Union Street J station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The bus and train schedule from Leeds may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Wakefield on the Moovit app.

25min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 116116
Leaves from Leeds

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leeds
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wakefield Westgate
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westgate D
    ID 45018407
    280 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 116116
    Wait for bus
    116
    Wakefield City Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Union Street J
    Ride to bus station
    Union Street J
    ID 45025213
    3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 24 minutes, using Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line 268.

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

    The alternative route takes 25 minutes, using Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line 116.

  • Is there a direct train between Leeds and Wakefield?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 24 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leeds to Wakefield?

    The CROSSCOUNTRY train line goes from Plymouth station near Leeds in Leeds to Wakefield Westgate station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Wakefield Westgate station near Wakefield in Yorkshire.

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

    The total travel time between Leeds in Leeds and Wakefield in Yorkshire by train and bus is about 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Leeds to get to Wakefield?

    Get on the CROSSCOUNTRY train from the Plymouth station near Leeds in Leeds.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Leeds and Wakefield?

    Get off the train at the Wakefield Westgate stop, which is closest to Wakefield in Yorkshire.

  • When is the first bus from Leeds to Wakefield?

    The first bus from Leeds in Leeds to Wakefield in Yorkshire is Leeds - Wakefield. It leaves the City Square H stop at 08:11.

  • When is the first train from Leeds to Wakefield?

    The first train from Leeds in Leeds to Wakefield in Yorkshire is London North Eastern Railway. It leaves the Leeds station at 05:05.

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