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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £5 - £14 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Pontefract is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Stuart Road A via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Manchester to Pontefract?

The distance between Manchester and Pontefract is 49 miles. The road distance is 51.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Pontefract without a car is to train and line 149 bus which takes 1h 41m and costs £12 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Manchester to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Pontefract bus from?

Manchester to Pontefract bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Pontefract bus arrive?

Manchester to Pontefract bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Pontefract is 52 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Manchester to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1531+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Manchester to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Pontefract by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 KirkgateManchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Valley Gardens A149 / ...
1h 41m
£12–34
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus StationUk072 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
2h 22m
£6–13
Drive 51.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Pontefract51.6 mi
57 min
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Pontefract51.6 mi
57 min
£110–140
Bus, line 141 bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
2h 27m
£7–19

Manchester to Pontefract by train and bus

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1h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.3 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Stuart Road A via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 22m.

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