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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Askern is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Askern is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Askern?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Askern. However, there are services departing from Valley Gardens B and arriving at Selby Road/Campsall Road via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Askern?

The distance between Pontefract and Askern is 30 miles. The road distance is 9.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Askern without a car is to line 28 bus and train and line 362 bus which takes 2h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Pontefract to Askern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Askern bus from?

Pontefract to Askern bus services, operated by Globe Coaches, depart from Valley Gardens B station.

Where does the Pontefract to Askern bus arrive?

Pontefract to Askern bus services, operated by Globe Coaches, arrive at South Elmsall Bus Station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Askern?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Askern is 10 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Pontefract to Askern.

Where can I stay near Askern?

There are 678+ hotels available in Askern.

Pontefract to Askern - 5 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontefract to Askern by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 28 bus, train, line 362 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Fitzwilliam Stationbus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Fitzwilliam to Doncastertrain
3. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A8 to Selby Road/Campsall Roadbus 362 / ...
2h 15m
Drive 9.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Askerncar 9.9 mi
18 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Askerntaxi 9.9 mi
18 min
£23–28
Line 249 bus, line 362 bus
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to South Elmsall Bus Stationbus 249 / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A8 to Selby Road/Campsall Roadbus 362 / ...
2h 23m
Line 28 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Fitzwilliam Stationbus 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Adwick Lane/Church Lane to Station Road/Spa Terracebus 51
2h 32m

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Distance: 30 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Valley Gardens B to Selby Road/Campsall Road via South Elmsall Bus Station, South Elmsall, Doncaster, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A8 in around 2h 23m.

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