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

The cheapest way to get from Huddersfield to Pontefract is to line 231 bus and line 148 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Huddersfield to Pontefract is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Huddersfield and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Huddersfield to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Lord Street and arriving at Valley Gardens A via Wakefield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Huddersfield and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Huddersfield to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Huddersfield and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Huddersfield to Pontefract?

The distance between Huddersfield and Pontefract is 22 miles. The road distance is 24.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Huddersfield to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £9 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Huddersfield to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Huddersfield to Pontefract bus from?

Huddersfield to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Lord Street station.

Where do I catch the Huddersfield to Pontefract train from?

Huddersfield to Pontefract train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Huddersfield station.

Train or bus from Huddersfield to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Huddersfield to Pontefract is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £9 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 231 bus and line 148 bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Huddersfield to Pontefract bus arrive?

Huddersfield to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Wakefield Bus Station.

Where does the Huddersfield to Pontefract train arrive?

Huddersfield to Pontefract train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Huddersfield to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Huddersfield to Pontefract is 25 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Huddersfield to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Huddersfield to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 231 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Huddersfield to Pontefract by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Huddersfield to Wakefield KirkgateManchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract TanshelfLeeds - Knottingley
1h 20m
£10–18
Line 231 bus, line 148 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lord Street to Wakefield Bus Station232 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Valley Gardens A149 / ...
1h 55m
£5–7
Drive 24.4 mi
1. Drive from Huddersfield to Pontefract24.4 mi
36 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Huddersfield to Pontefract24.4 mi
36 min
£50–65

Huddersfield to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 22.1 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Huddersfield to Pontefract Tanshelf via Wakefield Kirkgate in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lord Street to Valley Gardens A via Wakefield Bus Station in around 1h 55m.

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