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

The cheapest way to get from Howden to Pontefract is to train which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howden to Pontefract is to drive which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct train between Howden and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Howden to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Howden and arriving at Pontefract Baghill via Sherburn-in-Elmet. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Howden to Pontefract?

The distance between Howden and Pontefract is 25 miles. The road distance is 23.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Howden to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £6 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Howden to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howden to Pontefract train from?

Howden to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Howden station.

Train or bus from Howden to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Howden to Pontefract is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 476 bus, which costs £6 - £24 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Howden to Pontefract train arrive?

Howden to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sherburn-in-Elmet station.

Can I drive from Howden to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Howden to Pontefract is 23 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Howden to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Howden to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, line 476 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Howden to Sherburn-in-ElmetBridlington - York / ...
2. Take the train from Sherburn-in-Elmet to Pontefract BaghillYork - Sheffield
1h 36m
£6–8
Line 476 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 3 to Pontefract Bus Station476
2h 58m
£6–24
Drive 23 mi
1. Drive from Howden to Pontefract23 mi
25 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howden to Pontefract23 mi
25 min
£50–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Howden War Memorial to Goole Vermuyden WayJ36
2. Take the train from Goole to Pontefract MonkhillGoole - Leeds
1h 59m

Howden to Pontefract by train

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1h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.9 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a train from Howden to Pontefract Baghill via Sherburn-in-Elmet in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, Arriva Yorkshire operates a bus from Bus Stn Stand 3 to Pontefract Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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