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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Perth is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Perth is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Perth. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at South Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Perth. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Perth via Leeds and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Perth?

The distance between Pontefract and Perth is 287 miles. The road distance is 242.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Perth without a car is to train via York which takes 6h 1m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Pontefract to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Perth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Perth train from?

Pontefract to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Perth?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Perth is to train via York which takes 6h 1m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Pontefract to Perth bus arrive?

Pontefract to Perth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Pontefract to Perth train arrive?

Pontefract to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Perth is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Pontefract to Perth.

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

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

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

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from York to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
6h 1m
£49–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Park and RideUkn11
8h 23m
£34–51
Drive 241 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Perth241 mi
4h 37m
£60–87
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LBA - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
6h 40m
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
6h 20m
£56–169
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Leonard StreetE9
8h 40m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
6h 39m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
7h 9m
£73–293

Pontefract to Perth by bus and train

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Distance: 284.9 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Perth via Castleford Bus Station, Castleford, York, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Park and Ride hourly. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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