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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Pontefract is to bus which costs £22 - £60 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Pontefract is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Stuart Road A via Bus Station, London Victoria and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Pontefract?

The distance between Folkestone and Pontefract is 257 miles. The road distance is 243.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Folkestone to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Pontefract bus from?

Folkestone to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Pontefract is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £60 and takes 10h 14m.

Where does the Folkestone to Pontefract bus arrive?

Folkestone to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Pontefract is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Folkestone to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Folkestone to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone 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 Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield WestgateLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 9m
£51–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus StationUk001 / ...
10h 14m
£22–58
Drive 241.9 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Pontefract241.9 mi
4h 1m
£60–86
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffield
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Valley Gardens A28 / ...
5h 49m
£55–212

Folkestone to Pontefract by train, foot, and bus

137Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.3 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Valley Gardens A via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Wakefield Westgate, and Wakefield Bus Station in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Stuart Road A via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 10h 14m.

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