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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Windermere is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Windermere via Wakefield Kirkgate, Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Pontefract to Windermere?

The distance between Pontefract and Windermere is 129 miles. The road distance is 93 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Pontefract to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Windermere train from?

Pontefract to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Windermere?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Windermere is to train which takes 5h and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Pontefract to Windermere train arrive?

Pontefract to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Windermere is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Pontefract to Windermere.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester PiccadillyYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake DistrictManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h
£37–80
Line 140 bus, line 60 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Keighley Rail Station B60 / ...
3. Take the train from Keighley to Lancaster
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Windermere
7h 3m
£23–45
Line 140 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
6h 48m
£28–61
Drive 92.4 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Windermere92.4 mi
1h 56m
£24–34

Pontefract to Windermere by train

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Distance: 128.1 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Windermere via Wakefield Kirkgate, Manchester Piccadilly, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Windermere via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 48m.

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