What is the cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates?

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates?

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Cross Gates?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Cross Gates station. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Cross Gates Station via Castleford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Cross Gates?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Cross Gates. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Cross Gates via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Cross Gates?

The distance between Pontefract and Cross Gates is 23 miles. The road distance is 11.3 miles.

How do I travel from Pontefract to Cross Gates without a car?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £7 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Cross Gates bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Cross Gates train from?

Pontefract to Cross Gates train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Cross Gates?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and line 163 bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Pontefract to Cross Gates bus arrive?

Pontefract to Cross Gates bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Castleford Bus Station.

Where does the Pontefract to Cross Gates train arrive?

Pontefract to Cross Gates train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Cross Gates?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Cross Gates is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Pontefract to Cross Gates.

How do I get a train ticket from Pontefract to Cross Gates?

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Where can I stay near Cross Gates?

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Pontefract to Cross Gates - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 140 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates by train, bus, taxi, 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 LeedsKnottingley - Leeds
1h 1m
£7–13
Drive 11.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Cross Gates11.2 mi
20 min
£3–4
Line 140 bus, line 163 bus
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Castleford Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Castleford Bus Station to Cross Gates Station163 / ...
1h 27m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Cross Gates11.2 mi
20 min
£45–55

Pontefract to Cross Gates by train

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Cross Gates, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Cross Gates Station via Castleford Bus Station in around 1h 27m.

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