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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Pontefract is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Pontefract is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Stuart Road A via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Bolton to Pontefract?

The distance between Bolton and Pontefract is 60 miles. The road distance is 57.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Pontefract without a car is to train and line 149 bus which takes 2h 44m and costs £16 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Bolton to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Pontefract bus from?

Bolton to Pontefract bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Bolton to Pontefract bus arrive?

Bolton to Pontefract bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Pontefract is 58 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Bolton to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1625+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Bolton to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and line 8 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Pontefract by train, bus, 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.

Train, line 149 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
2h 44m
£17–57
Drive 57.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton to Pontefractcar 57.5 mi
58 min
£14–21
Line 8 bus, bus, line 141 bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
4h 35m
Line 471 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale stationbus 471
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
3h 59m

Bolton to Pontefract by train and bus

119Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 59.4 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Stuart Road A via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 35m.

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