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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Hamilton is to bus which costs £17 - £55 and takes 8h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Hamilton is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Portland Park via Leeds City Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Motherwell via Leeds and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Hamilton?

The distance between Pontefract and Hamilton is 287 miles. The road distance is 211.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £110 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Pontefract to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Hamilton bus from?

Pontefract to Hamilton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Hamilton train from?

Pontefract to Hamilton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Hamilton is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £110 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Pontefract to Hamilton bus arrive?

Pontefract to Hamilton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Pontefract to Hamilton train arrive?

Pontefract to Hamilton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Hamilton is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Pontefract to Hamilton.

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

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Where can I stay near Hamilton?

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Pontefract to Hamilton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Pontefract to Hamilton by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Leeds to MotherwellPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 40m
£115–349
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk010 / ...
8h 58m
£18–54
Drive 210.5 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Hamilton210.5 mi
3h 32m
£53–76
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LBA - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central Low Level to Hamilton Central
6h 13m
£70–155
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Leeds to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to MotherwellRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 45m
£36–164
Bus via Park Road
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station183 / ...
9h 25m
£18–59
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
7h
£76–182
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
6h 2m
£65–276

Pontefract to Hamilton by train and bus

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5h 40mAverage Duration

£115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.1 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Hamilton, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Motherwell twice daily. Tickets cost £110–340 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £15–50 and the journey takes 6h 40m. Megabus UK also services this route 3 times a day.

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