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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £12 - £25 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Stuart Road A via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Pontefract?

The distance between Macclesfield and Pontefract is 66 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Pontefract without a car is to train and line 149 bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Macclesfield to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Pontefract bus from?

Macclesfield to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Pontefract bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Pontefract is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Macclesfield to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1710+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Macclesfield to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 149 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
2h 46m
£18–33
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
3h 18m
£13–24
Drive 55.8 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Pontefractcar 55.8 mi
1h 30m
£14–21
Line 60 bus, train, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
2. Take the train from New Mills Central to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
4h 33m
£23–39

Macclesfield to Pontefract by train and bus

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Stuart Road A via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 18m.

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