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 £22 - £80 and takes 7h 41m.

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 11m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via London Bridge station, King's Cross and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Pontefract?

The distance between Maidstone and Pontefract is 225 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 38m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m 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.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Pontefract train from?

Maidstone to Pontefract train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Pontefract is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Maidstone to Pontefract bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone to Pontefract train arrive?

Maidstone to Pontefract train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge 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.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Maidstone to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone 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
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London BridgeMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield WestgateLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
4h 38m
£48–158
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 41m
£22–80
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 11m
£27–66
Drive 210.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Pontefract210.4 mi
3h 31m
£53–76
Train via Strood
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield WestgateLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
4h 39m
£42–166

Maidstone to Pontefract by train and subway

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Distance: 224 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Pontefract Tanshelf via London Bridge, London Bridge station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Wakefield Westgate in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Stuart Road A via London Victoria and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 11m.

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