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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontefract is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontefract is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Stuart Road A via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Derby and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontefract?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontefract is 222 miles. The road distance is 208.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontefract without a car is to train via Derby which takes 5h 35m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Cardiff to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontefract bus from?

Cardiff to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontefract train from?

Cardiff to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontefract is to train via Derby which takes 5h 35m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontefract bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontefract train arrive?

Cardiff to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontefract is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Cardiff to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 35m
£108–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
8h 5m
£24–45
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
8h
£42–102
Drive 207.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontefractcar 207.3 mi
3h 43m
£51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
5h 49m
£79–138

Cardiff to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 221 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pontefract, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Pontefract Tanshelf via Derby and Wakefield Westgate in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Stuart Road A via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h.

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