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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Helmsley is to line 140 bus and line 843 bus and bus which costs £9 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Helmsley is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Helmsley?

The distance between Pontefract and Helmsley is 50 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Helmsley without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs £11 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Pontefract to Helmsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Helmsley bus from?

Pontefract to Helmsley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Stuart Road B station.

Where does the Pontefract to Helmsley bus arrive?

Pontefract to Helmsley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Helmsley is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Pontefract to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 800+ hotels available in Helmsley.

Pontefract to Helmsley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Baghill to Yorktrain Sheffield - York
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
2h 40m
£11–18
Line 140 bus, line 843 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
4h 53m
£9
Drive 48.4 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Helmsleycar 48.4 mi
1h 7m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Helmsleytaxi 48.4 mi
1h 7m
£100–120
Train, bus via Castleford Bus Station
1. Take the train from Castleford to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
3h 43m
£13–19

Pontefract to Helmsley by train and bus

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49.5 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Rail Station in around 4h 53m.

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