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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Doncaster is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Doncaster is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontefract Monkhill and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Pontefract to Doncaster?

The distance between Pontefract and Doncaster is 17 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £7 - £19.

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

The train from Pontefract Monkhill to Doncaster takes 24 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Doncaster train from?

Pontefract to Doncaster train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Pontefract Monkhill station.

Where does the Pontefract to Doncaster train arrive?

Pontefract to Doncaster train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Doncaster is 15 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Pontefract to Doncaster.

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

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

There are 546+ hotels available in Doncaster.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Monkhill to DoncasterBradford Interchange - London Kings Cross / ...
24 min
£7–19
Drive 14.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Doncaster14.9 mi
22 min
£4–6
Line 28 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Fitzwilliam Station28 / ...
2. Take the train from Fitzwilliam to DoncasterLeeds - Doncaster
1h 24m
£7–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Doncaster14.9 mi
22 min
£30–40
Train via Wakefield Westgate
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield WestgateKnottingley - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to DoncasterLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
55 min
£6–28

Pontefract to Doncaster by train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

Grand Central Trains operates a train from Pontefract Monkhill to Doncaster 3 times a day. Tickets cost £7–19 and the journey takes 24 min.

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