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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Swinton is to line 140 bus and bus via Eccles Interchange which costs £9 - £14 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Swinton is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Swinton?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Swinton. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Leinster Road via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Swinton?

The distance between Pontefract and Swinton is 53 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Swinton without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 44m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Pontefract to Swinton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Swinton bus from?

Pontefract to Swinton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Stuart Road B station.

Where does the Pontefract to Swinton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Swinton?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Swinton is 53 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Pontefract to Swinton.

Where can I stay near Swinton?

There are 3794+ hotels available in Swinton.

Pontefract to Swinton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 140 bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leinster Roadbus V1 / ...
2h 44m
£19–32
Line 140 bus, bus via Eccles Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073 / ...
4h 20m
£10–14
Line 140 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 171 / ...
4h 8m
£13–26
Drive 52.4 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Swintoncar 52.4 mi
54 min
£13–19
Line 148 bus, train, tram
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Kirkgate Hbus 149 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Ecclestram
3h 24m
£20–33

Pontefract to Swinton by train, foot, and bus

103Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Swinton, Salford, England?

You can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Leinster Road via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 4h 8m.

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