What is the cheapest way to get from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield?

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield is to train which costs £4 - £11 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield?

The fastest way to get from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract Castle and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract Castle station to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Bus Station and arriving at Flat Street/Fitzalan Square via Barnsley Interchange/A1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract Castle and Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontefract Baghill and arriving at Sheffield. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield?

The distance between Pontefract Castle and Sheffield is 26 miles. The road distance is 26.6 miles.

How do I travel from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield without a car?

The best way to get from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £4 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield?

The train from Pontefract Baghill to Sheffield takes 45 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Pontefract Castle to Sheffield bus from?

Pontefract Castle to Sheffield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Pontefract Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract Castle to Sheffield train from?

Pontefract Castle to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Baghill station.

Train or bus from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield is to train which takes 51 min and costs £4 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Pontefract Castle to Sheffield bus arrive?

Pontefract Castle to Sheffield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A12 station.

Where does the Pontefract Castle to Sheffield train arrive?

Pontefract Castle to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract Castle to Sheffield is 27 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield.

How do I get a train ticket from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield?

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Pontefract Castle to Sheffield - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 148 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Baghill to SheffieldYork - Sheffield
51 min
£4–11
Line 148 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pontefract Castle C Monkhill Stn to Kirkgate H149 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to SheffieldLeeds - Sheffield / ...
1h 52m
£8–28
Line 28 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Pontefract Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A1228 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A1 to Flat Street/Fitzalan SquareX17
2h 47m
£7–10
Drive 26.5 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield26.5 mi
42 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract Castle to Sheffield26.5 mi
42 min
£110–140
Line 28 bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Pontefract Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A1228 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A1 to Wicker/Blonk Street2 / ...
2h 52m
£7–10

Pontefract Castle to Sheffield by foot and train

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Distance: 25.4 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Pontefract Castle, England and Sheffield, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Pontefract Baghill to Sheffield 3 times a day. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Pontefract Castle to Flat Street/Fitzalan Square via Pontefract Bus Station and Barnsley Interchange/A1 in around 2h 47m.

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