What is the cheapest way to get from Altofts to Pontefract?

The cheapest way to get from Altofts to Pontefract is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Altofts to Pontefract?

The fastest way to get from Altofts to Pontefract is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £16 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Altofts and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lee Brig Coronation Avenue and arriving at Pontefract Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Altofts and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Altofts to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Normanton and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Altofts to Pontefract?

The distance between Altofts and Pontefract is 11 miles. The road distance is 6.3 miles.

How do I travel from Altofts to Pontefract without a car?

The best way to get from Altofts to Pontefract without a car is to line 147 bus which takes 44 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Altofts to Pontefract?

The line 147 bus from Lee Brig Coronation Avenue to Pontefract Bus Station takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Altofts to Pontefract bus from?

Altofts to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Lee Brig Coronation Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Altofts to Pontefract train from?

Altofts to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Normanton station.

Train or bus from Altofts to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Altofts to Pontefract is to line 147 bus which takes 44 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £11 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Altofts to Pontefract bus arrive?

Altofts to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Pontefract Bus Station.

Where does the Altofts to Pontefract train arrive?

Altofts to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Altofts to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Altofts to Pontefract is 6 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Altofts to Pontefract.

How do I get a train ticket from Altofts to Pontefract?

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Altofts to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, line 147 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Altofts to Pontefract by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 147 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lee Brig Coronation Avenue to Pontefract Bus Station147 / ...
44 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Normanton to Wakefield KirkgateLeeds - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract TanshelfLeeds - Knottingley
1h 6m
£6–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altofts to Pontefract6.3 mi
9 min
£16–19
Drive 6.3 mi
1. Drive from Altofts to Pontefract6.3 mi
9 min
£2–3

Altofts to Pontefract by bus

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Altofts, England and Pontefract, England?

Arriva Yorkshire operates a bus from Lee Brig Coronation Avenue to Pontefract Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Normanton to Pontefract Tanshelf via Wakefield Kirkgate in around 1h 6m.

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