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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Kent is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 39m.

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 39m 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 20m.

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 20m and costs £45 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Pontefract to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Kent bus from?

Pontefract to Kent bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

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.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Kent?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Kent is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Pontefract to Kent bus arrive?

Pontefract to Kent bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre 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 39m to drive from Pontefract to Kent.

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

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Kent?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Kent. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Dickley Wood via Leeds City Bus Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive, London Stonebridge and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

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

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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 20m
£48–139
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 561 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
8h 28m
£30–119
Drive 217.2 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Kentcar 217.2 mi
3h 39m
£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 5m
£36–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk001 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Maidstonebus
9h 37m

Pontefract to Kent by train

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Distance: 250 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Dickley Wood via Leeds City Bus Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, North Circular Road Brent Cross, Prince Charles Drive, Harrow Road /North Circular Rd, London Stonebridge, Maidstone, and King Street in around 9h 37m.

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