How far is Barnsley from Wakefield?

The distance between Barnsley and Wakefield is around 15 km (10 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Barnsley to Wakefield?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Barnsley Interchange Transit Station, in Barnsley, and end it at Charlesworth Way, in Wakefield.

Bus from Barnsley to Wakefield starting at $6 | Compare & Save up to 40%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Barnsley to Wakefield on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:00am	Barnsley	20m	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:00am	Barnsley	20m	5:20am	Charlesworth Way	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:48 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Barnsley to Wakefield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

20mAverage Duration

14 kmDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $9	Average Duration20m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $19	Average Duration16m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Barnsley and Wakefield?

Stops in Barnsley

A
Barnsley Interchange Transit Station
28 Midland Street, Barnsley S70 1SE, UK

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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29723 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 WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $9

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barnsley to Wakefield by bus

How far is Barnsley from Wakefield?
The distance between Barnsley and Wakefield is around 15 km (10 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Barnsley to Wakefield?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Barnsley Interchange Transit Station, in Barnsley, and end it at Charlesworth Way, in Wakefield.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Barnsley to Wakefield was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $6

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

You can expect to pay from $6 to $10 for a bus ticket from Barnsley to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-11-24.