What is the cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Leeds City Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Pontefract and Chester Zoo is 105 miles. The road distance is 87.1 miles.

How do I travel from Pontefract to Chester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £23 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Chester Zoo bus from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £23 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Pontefract to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Chester Zoo is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Pontefract to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2440+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

Pontefract to Chester Zoo - 5 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo 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 Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newton-le-Willows
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Chester
3h 47m
£23–80
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 Manchester Airport The Station170 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 54m
£15–49
Drive 86.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Chester Zoo86.6 mi
1h 33m
£22–32
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester PiccadillyYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ChesterManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
4h 16m
£18–58
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 Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
6h 36m
£22–32

Pontefract to Chester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 104.5 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Chester Zoo, England?

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Chester Zoo via Leeds, Newton-le-Willows, Chester, Railway Station, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Chester Zoo via Leeds City Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 6h 36m.

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How to get fromPontefract to Chester Zooby train, bus or car

There are 5 ways to get from Pontefract to Chester Zoo by train, bus, or car

Train

Line 140 bus, bus, train

Drive 86.6 mi

Train via Manchester

Line 140 bus, bus