What is the cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Pontefract?

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Pontefract is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Pontefract?

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Stuart Road A via Dolphin Centre and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Pontefract?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Pontefract is 108 miles. The road distance is 71.1 miles.

How do I travel from Barnard Castle to Pontefract without a car?

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Pontefract without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 28m and costs £14 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Barnard Castle to Pontefract?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Barnard Castle to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Pontefract bus from?

Barnard Castle to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva North East, depart from Galgate - Commercial Hotel station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Pontefract bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva North East, arrive at Town Hall station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Pontefract is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Barnard Castle to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1538+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Barnard Castle to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Barnard Castle to Pontefract by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Town HallX75 / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to Leeds
3. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelf
3h 28m
£14–67
Bus, train, line 148 bus
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Town HallX75 / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to Wakefield Westgate
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Valley Gardens A149 / ...
3h 44m
£30–46
Drive 70.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Pontefract70.7 mi
1h 15m
£18–26
Bus, line 141 bus
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Town HallX75 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station591 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
4h 39m
£21–24

Barnard Castle to Pontefract by bus, foot, and train

110Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 107 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and Pontefract, England?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Stuart Road A via Dolphin Centre and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 39m.

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