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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Pontefract is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 30m.

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 - £20.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Pontefract?

The distance between Macclesfield and Pontefract is 66 miles. The road distance is 56.4 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 54m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Macclesfield to Pontefract, including transfers.

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 1690+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Macclesfield to Pontefract - 3 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Macclesfield 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, 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 54m
£20–39
Drive 56 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Pontefractcar 56 mi
1h 30m
£14–20
Bus, line 141 bus
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 52m
£15–35

Macclesfield to Pontefract by train and bus

119Weekly Services

2h 54mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.9 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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 52m.

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