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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Swindon is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Swindon is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Swindon via Wakefield Westgate, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Swindon?

The distance between Pontefract and Swindon is 265 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Swindon without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 1m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Pontefract to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Swindon bus from?

Pontefract to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Swindon train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Swindon?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Swindon is to train via London which takes 4h 1m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Pontefract to Swindon bus arrive?

Pontefract to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Pontefract to Swindon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Swindon is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Pontefract to Swindon.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Spring Gardens via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Gloucester Green Bus Station and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 1m
£80–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
10h 20m
£37–60
Drive 171.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Swindoncar 171.6 mi
3h 14m
£43–61
Fly, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindontrain
7h
£77–161
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Cheltenham Spatrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
5h 39m
£85–138

Pontefract to Swindon by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 263.5 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Swindon via Wakefield Westgate, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Spring Gardens via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Market Place in around 10h 20m.

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