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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Stuart Road A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Pontefract?

The distance between Blackpool and Pontefract is 97 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Blackpool to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Pontefract bus from?

Blackpool to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Pontefract train from?

Blackpool to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Pontefract is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Blackpool to Pontefract bus arrive?

Blackpool to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Pontefract train arrive?

Blackpool to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Pontefract is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Blackpool to Pontefract.

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

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Blackpool to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 141 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
3h 27m
£38–70
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
4h 8m
£19–46
Drive 81.6 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Pontefractcar 81.6 mi
1h 53m
£20–29
Line 68 bus, line 152 bus, bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Bus Stationbus 68 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
4. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
7h 45m

Blackpool to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 96.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Stuart Road A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 8m.

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