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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Leeds is to line 140 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Leeds is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Leeds. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Pontefract to Leeds?

The distance between Pontefract and Leeds is 19 miles. The road distance is 14.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £4 - £9.

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

The train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Leeds bus from?

Pontefract to Leeds bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Stuart Road B station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Leeds train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Leeds?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Leeds is to train which takes 37 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Pontefract to Leeds bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Leeds is 15 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Pontefract to Leeds.

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

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Pontefract to Leeds - 4 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pontefract to Leeds by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to LeedsKnottingley - Leeds
37 min
£4–9
Line 140 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
1h 9m
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Leeds14.6 mi
21 min
£55–70
Drive 14.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Leeds14.6 mi
21 min
£4–6

Pontefract to Leeds by train

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £4–9 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, Arriva Yorkshire operates a bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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