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 £6 - £11 and takes 2h 30m.

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 58 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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Stuart Road via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

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 49m and costs £12 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m 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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Pontefract bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Pontefract is 52 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Manchester to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1768+ hotels available in Pontefract.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester 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 to Valley Gardensbus 149 / ...
1h 49m
£12–21
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Roadbus 141 / ...
2h 30m
£6–10
Drive 51.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Pontefractcar 51.6 mi
58 min
£13–19
Bus, line 141 bus #2
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 Roadbus 141 / ...
2h 30m
£8–14

Manchester to Pontefract by train and bus

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Distance: 48.3 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stuart Road via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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