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

The cheapest way to get from Cottenham to Pontefract is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cottenham to Pontefract is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cottenham and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Cottenham to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Lambs Lane and arriving at Stuart Road A via Parkside, St Margaret's Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Cottenham to Pontefract?

The distance between Cottenham and Pontefract is 140 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cottenham to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Cottenham to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cottenham to Pontefract bus from?

Cottenham to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Train or bus from Cottenham to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Cottenham to Pontefract is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Cottenham to Pontefract bus arrive?

Cottenham to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cottenham to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Cottenham to Pontefract is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Cottenham to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1524+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Cottenham to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cottenham 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
best
1. Take the train from Ely to PeterboroughStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Pontefract MonkhillLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange
3h 42m
£36–52
Line 8 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lambs Lane to Drummer St Bus Station8
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncaster
5h 13m
£32–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to St Margaret's Bus Station777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
7h 41m
£40–98
Drive 130 mi
1. Drive from Cottenham to Pontefract130 mi
2h 15m
£33–47

Cottenham to Pontefract by bus and train

4Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Lambs Lane to Pontefract Monkhill via Market Street, Tesco, Ely, and Peterborough in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lambs Lane to Stuart Road A via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, St Margaret's Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 41m.

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