What is the cheapest way to get from Cross Gates to Pontefract?

The cheapest way to get from Cross Gates to Pontefract is to line 163 bus and line 141 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cross Gates to Pontefract?

The fastest way to get from Cross Gates to Pontefract is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cross Gates and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Cross Gates to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Cross Gates Centre and arriving at Stuart Road A via Castleford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cross Gates and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Cross Gates to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Cross Gates and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Cross Gates to Pontefract?

The distance between Cross Gates and Pontefract is 18 miles. The road distance is 11.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cross Gates to Pontefract without a car?

The best way to get from Cross Gates to Pontefract without a car is to line 163 bus and line 141 bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Cross Gates to Pontefract?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Cross Gates to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cross Gates to Pontefract bus from?

Cross Gates to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Cross Gates Centre station.

Where do I catch the Cross Gates to Pontefract train from?

Cross Gates to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Cross Gates to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Cross Gates to Pontefract is to line 163 bus and line 141 bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £24 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Cross Gates to Pontefract bus arrive?

Cross Gates to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Castleford Bus Station.

Where does the Cross Gates to Pontefract train arrive?

Cross Gates to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Can I drive from Cross Gates to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Cross Gates to Pontefract is 12 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Cross Gates to Pontefract.

How do I get a train ticket from Cross Gates to Pontefract?

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Cross Gates to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 163 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cross Gates to Pontefract by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Line 163 bus, line 141 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cross Gates Centre to Castleford Bus Stationbus 163
2. Take the bus from Castleford Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
1h 25m
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
1h 26m
£6–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cross Gates to Pontefracttaxi 11.5 mi
21 min
£45–55
Drive 11.5 mi
1. Drive from Cross Gates to Pontefractcar 11.5 mi
21 min
£3–5

Cross Gates to Pontefract by bus

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Cross Gates, England and Pontefract, England?

You can take a bus from Cross Gates Centre to Stuart Road A via Castleford Bus Station in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelf hourly. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 33 min.

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