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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Pontefract is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 8h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Pontefract is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Stuart Road A via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Lake and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Brighton to Pontefract?

The distance between Brighton and Pontefract is 240 miles. The road distance is 230.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Brighton to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Pontefract bus from?

Brighton to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Brighton to Pontefract is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 8h 22m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £220 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Brighton to Pontefract bus arrive?

Brighton to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Pontefract is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Brighton to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1543+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Brighton to Pontefract - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Brighton to Pontefract by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield WestgateLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
4h 42m
£42–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Lake
3. Take the bus from Lake to Leeds City Bus Station
8h 22m
£31–85
Drive 229.4 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Pontefract229.4 mi
4h 25m
£57–83
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)LGW - LBA
7h 8m
£71–214
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffield
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Valley Gardens A28 / ...
6h 37m
£49–194
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
7h 13m
£100–326
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
7h 6m
£99–231

Brighton to Pontefract by train, foot, and bus

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4h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 238.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Valley Gardens A via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Wakefield Westgate, and Wakefield Bus Station in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Stuart Road A via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Lake, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 22m.

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