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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Swindon is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 44m.

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 13m and costs £40 - £65.

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 Regent Circus via Leeds City Bus Station, Lake and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

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 3h 57m.

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 3h 57m and costs £65 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m 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 FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus 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 3h 57m and costs £65 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Pontefract to Swindon bus arrive?

Pontefract to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lake 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 13m 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, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's CrossLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to SwindonLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 57m
£66–284
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hub100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Regent Circus
7h 53m
£31–71
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Lake
2. Take the bus from Lake to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Regent Circus
7h 44m
£38–63
Drive 171.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Swindon171.6 mi
3h 13m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Cheltenham SpaEdinburgh - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to SwindonCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
5h 39m
£60–168

Pontefract to Swindon by train and subway

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 263.5 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Regent Circus via Leeds City Bus Station, Lake, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 44m.

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