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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Pontefract is to bus and line 100 bus and train and line 28 bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Grantham and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Boston to Pontefract?

The distance between Boston and Pontefract is 114 miles. The road distance is 86.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Boston to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Pontefract train from?

Boston to Pontefract train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Boston station.

Where does the Boston to Pontefract train arrive?

Boston to Pontefract train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Boston to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Pontefract is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Boston to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Boston to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 28 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Boston to Pontefract by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Granthamtrain Skegness - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 25m
£44–65
Bus, line 100 bus, train, line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boots to Interchange Shelterbus B5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Stationbus B5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 98
5. Take the train from Doncaster to Fitzwilliamtrain
6. Take the bus from Fitzwilliam Station to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
7h 28m
£18–31
Bus, train, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Stationbus B5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Barnsleytrain
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
6h 35m
£31–56
Drive 85.6 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Pontefractcar 85.6 mi
1h 34m
£22–31
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Boston to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Barnsleytrain
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
5h 12m
£53–86

Boston to Pontefract by train

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3h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Boston to Pontefract Tanshelf via Grantham and Wakefield Westgate in around 3h 25m.

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