What is the cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract?

The cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract is to line 19 bus and bus and line 141 bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 4h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract?

The fastest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Melton Mowbray and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from St Mary's Way and arriving at Stuart Road A via Broad Marsh Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Melton Mowbray and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Pontefract Monkhill via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract?

The distance between Melton Mowbray and Pontefract is 134 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

How do I travel from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract without a car?

The best way to get from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melton Mowbray to Pontefract bus from?

Melton Mowbray to Pontefract bus services, operated by Centrebus, depart from St Mary's Way station.

Where do I catch the Melton Mowbray to Pontefract train from?

Melton Mowbray to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Melton Mowbray station.

Train or bus from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 19 bus and bus and line 141 bus, which costs £14 - £22 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Melton Mowbray to Pontefract bus arrive?

Melton Mowbray to Pontefract bus services, operated by Centrebus, arrive at Nottingham station.

Where does the Melton Mowbray to Pontefract train arrive?

Melton Mowbray to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton Mowbray to Pontefract is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract.

How do I get a train ticket from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract?

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Melton Mowbray to Pontefract - 6 ways to travel via train, line 19 bus, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to PeterboroughBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Pontefract MonkhillLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange
2h 48m
£36–56
Line 19 bus, bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Way to Nottingham station19
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
4h 12m
£15–22
Drive 74.6 mi
1. Drive from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract74.6 mi
1h 29m
£19–27
Line 8 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Way to Bus Station8 / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to Wakefield WestgateLondon Kings Cross - Harrogate / ...
3h 27m
£37–80
Line 19 bus, train, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Way to Nottingham station19
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Barnsley
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Valley Gardens A28 / ...
4h 26m
£20–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station240 / ...
6h 47m
£19–34

Melton Mowbray to Pontefract by train

6Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.8 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Melton Mowbray, England and Pontefract, England?

You can take a train from Melton Mowbray to Pontefract Monkhill via Peterborough in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Mary's Way to Stuart Road A via Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 12m.

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