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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Sunderland is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £8 - £20 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Sunderland via Leeds and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Sunderland?

The distance between Pontefract and Sunderland is 136 miles. The road distance is 93.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £19 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Pontefract to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £19 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £20 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Pontefract to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Sunderland is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Pontefract to Sunderland.

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

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Pontefract to Sunderland - 4 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to LeedsKnottingley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to NewcastleLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 6m
£20–93
Line 140 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUk073 / ...
3h 25m
£9–20
Drive 93.2 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Sunderland93.2 mi
1h 38m
£24–34
Line 140 bus, bus via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange172 / ...
3h 46m
£9–29

Pontefract to Sunderland by bus

236Weekly Buses

3h 25mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.3 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Sunderland via Leeds, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Sunderland Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 25m.

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