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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Kent is to bus and train via Sheffield which costs £23 - £95 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Kent is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Kent. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Lenham via Wakefield Westgate, London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Kent?

The distance between Pontefract and Kent is 252 miles. The road distance is 218.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 19m and costs £45 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Pontefract to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Kent train from?

Pontefract to Kent train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Pontefract to Kent train arrive?

Pontefract to Kent train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Kent is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Pontefract to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Kent.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pontefract to Kent by train, bus, 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 via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 19m
£46–229
Bus, train via Sheffield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to London Victoriabus Uk001 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
7h 49m
£24–95
Drive 217.2 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Kentcar 217.2 mi
3h 37m
£53–77
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 6m
£32–231
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Marble Archbus 426 / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
8h 36m
£58–100

Pontefract to Kent by train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 250 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Lenham via Wakefield Westgate, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 19m.

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