The average bus between Gateshead and Wakefield takes 3h 19m and the fastest bus takes 2h 48m. The bus service runs several times per day from Gateshead to Wakefield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 2 hours between Gateshead and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 7:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 10:20 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 23m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Gateshead to Wakefield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Wakefield station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Gateshead to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.
Gateshead to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Wakefield Bus Station.
Book your Gateshead to Wakefield bus tickets online with FlixBus and Arriva UK.
The distance between Gateshead and Wakefield is 142.4 km. The road distance is 166 km.
You can take a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 56m.