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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Alnwick is to line 140 bus and bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £13 - £27 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Alnwick is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Alnwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Alnwick. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Retail Park via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Alnwick?

The distance between Pontefract and Alnwick is 162 miles. The road distance is 132.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Alnwick without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £70 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Pontefract to Alnwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Alnwick bus from?

Pontefract to Alnwick bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Stuart Road B station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Alnwick?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Alnwick is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £70 - £200. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Pontefract to Alnwick bus arrive?

Pontefract to Alnwick bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Alnwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Alnwick is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Pontefract to Alnwick.

Where can I stay near Alnwick?

There are 1720+ hotels available in Alnwick.

Pontefract to Alnwick - 4 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to LeedsKnottingley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to AlnmouthBirmingham New Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 5m
£73–192
Line 140 bus, bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUk073 / ...
5h 35m
£14–27
Line 140 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Retail Park591 / ...
5h 34m
£25–39
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Alnwick131.9 mi
2h 23m
£33–48

Pontefract to Alnwick by train and bus

53Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Playhouse via Leeds, Alnmouth, and Curly Lane in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Retail Park via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 5h 34m.

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