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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus via Bus Station Stand 11 which costs £7 - £35 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Express Lounge and arriving at Stuart Road A via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Pontefract?

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

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Pontefract?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Pontefract is 78 miles. The road distance is 68.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Pontefract without a car is to bus and line 141 bus which takes 2h 32m and costs £7 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Middlesbrough to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Pontefract bus from?

Middlesbrough to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Pontefract train from?

Middlesbrough to Pontefract train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus which takes 2h 32m and costs £7 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Pontefract bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Pontefract train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Pontefract train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Pontefract is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Middlesbrough to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Middlesbrough to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 141 bus

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

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Bus, line 141 bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
2h 32m
£8–30
Train
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to LeedsRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract TanshelfLeeds - Knottingley
2h 48m
£19–61
Drive 68.1 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Pontefract68.1 mi
1h 12m
£18–25
Bus, line 141 bus via Bus Station Stand 11
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Leeds City Bus StationUk073
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
2h 37m
£8–30

Middlesbrough to Pontefract by bus

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2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 77.9 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Stuart Road A via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Middlesbrough to Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds in around 2h 48m.

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