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

The cheapest way to get from Oswestry to Pontefract is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oswestry to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Oswestry and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Oswestry station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Stuart Road A via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Oswestry to Pontefract?

The distance between Oswestry and Pontefract is 131 miles. The road distance is 114.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oswestry to Pontefract without a car is to bus and train via Manchester which takes 5h 30m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Oswestry to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oswestry to Pontefract bus from?

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

Where does the Oswestry to Pontefract bus arrive?

Oswestry to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Oswestry to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Oswestry to Pontefract is 115 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Oswestry to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1503+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Oswestry to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 141 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Oswestry to Pontefract by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train via Manchester
best
1. Take the bus from Unicorn Road Jct to Bus StationX5
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
5h 30m
£35–93
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Station2A / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to LeedsChester - Leeds
6h 34m
£20–81
Bus, train, line 141 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Station2A / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 7 to Railway Station1
3. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
4. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Leeds City Bus Station
5. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
7h 53m
£22–50
Drive 114.2 mi
1. Drive from Oswestry to Pontefract114.2 mi
1h 59m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station131 / ...
8h 6m
£24–59

Oswestry to Pontefract by bus and train

110Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Stuart Road A via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 6m.

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