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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Pontefract is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Pontefract is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Chesterfield and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Chesterfield to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Pontefract?

The distance between Chesterfield and Pontefract is 49 miles. The road distance is 40.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Pontefract without a car is to train and line 149 bus which takes 1h 35m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Chesterfield to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Pontefract train from?

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

Where does the Chesterfield to Pontefract train arrive?

Chesterfield to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Pontefract is 41 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Chesterfield to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1724+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Chesterfield to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 149 bus

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

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Train, line 149 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Nottingham - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
1h 35m
£17–31
Drive 40.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Pontefractcar 40.4 mi
49 min
£10–15
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Barnsleytrain Nottingham - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
2h 13m
£14–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chesterfield to Pontefracttaxi 40.4 mi
49 min
£85–110
Train
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
1h 49m
£19–37

Chesterfield to Pontefract by train and bus

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1h 35mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a train from Chesterfield to Pontefract Tanshelf via Wakefield Westgate in around 1h 49m.

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