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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Pontefract is to train and bus which costs £23 - £65 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Pontefract is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Stuart Road A via London Victoria and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Pontefract?

The distance between Maidstone and Pontefract is 230 miles. The road distance is 211.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £40 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Maidstone to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Pontefract bus from?

Maidstone to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Pontefract is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £40 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Maidstone to Pontefract bus arrive?

Maidstone to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Pontefract is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Maidstone to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1515+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Maidstone to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras IntlFaversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield WestgateLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
4h 36m
£42–181
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus StationUk002 / ...
7h 39m
£23–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station426 / ...
7h 10m
£28–61
Drive 210.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Pontefract210.4 mi
3h 31m
£53–77

Maidstone to Pontefract by train, foot, and bus

177Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.7 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Valley Gardens A via Strood, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Wakefield Westgate, and Wakefield Bus Station in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Stuart Road A via London Victoria and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 10m.

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