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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Whitby is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Whitby is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Boyes via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Whitby via Leeds and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Whitby?

The distance between Pontefract and Whitby is 102 miles. The road distance is 72.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Pontefract to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Whitby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Whitby train from?

Pontefract to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Whitby?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Whitby is to line 140 bus and bus which takes 5h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £75 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Pontefract to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Whitby train arrive?

Pontefract to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Whitby is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Pontefract to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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

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

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 Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Maltontrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Boyesbus 840
4h 31m
Drive 71.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Whitbycar 71.8 mi
1h 32m
£18–26
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 Station to Boyesbus 840
5h 52m
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
5h 17m
£21–75

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 101.1 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Boyes via Leeds City Bus Station in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Whitby via Leeds and Middlesbrough in around 5h 17m.

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