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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Grantham is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Grantham is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Grantham?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Grantham. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Grantham via Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Grantham?

The distance between Pontefract and Grantham is 79 miles. The road distance is 66.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Grantham without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £26 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Pontefract to Grantham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Grantham train from?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Grantham train arrive?

Pontefract to Grantham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Grantham?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Grantham is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Pontefract to Grantham.

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

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Where can I stay near Grantham?

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Pontefract to Grantham - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 28 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Pontefract to Grantham by train, car, or bus

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 Wakefield WestgateKnottingley - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to GranthamLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
1h 50m
£26–136
Line 28 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Barnsley Interchange/A1228 / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to GranthamLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 29m
£15–60
Drive 65.9 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Grantham65.9 mi
1h 10m
£17–24

Pontefract to Grantham by train

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1h 50mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Grantham via Wakefield Westgate in around 1h 50m.

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