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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Banbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Banbury is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Banbury?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Banbury. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Banbury via Wakefield Westgate and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Banbury?

The distance between Pontefract and Banbury is 155 miles. The road distance is 130.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Banbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £65 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Pontefract to Banbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Banbury train from?

Pontefract to Banbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Pontefract to Banbury train arrive?

Pontefract to Banbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Banbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Banbury is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Pontefract to Banbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Banbury?

There are 653+ hotels available in Banbury.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Pontefract to Banbury by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to BanburyLeeds - Reading
4h 7m
£67–193
Line 140 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
3. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Banbury
6h 14m
£27–59
Drive 129.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Banbury129.6 mi
2h 20m
£32–46
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New StreetEdinburgh - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to BanburyManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 17m
£35–189

Pontefract to Banbury by bus and train

1Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Banbury once a week. Tickets cost £65–190 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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