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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to York is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to York is to train which takes 31 min and costs £8 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontefract Baghill and arriving at York. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Pontefract to York?

The distance between Pontefract and York is 21 miles. The road distance is 25.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to York without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £8 - £15.

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

The train from Pontefract Baghill to York takes 31 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to York train from?

Pontefract to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Baghill station.

Where does the Pontefract to York train arrive?

Pontefract to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to York is 25 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Pontefract to York.

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

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Where can I stay near York?

There are 1376+ hotels available in York.

Pontefract to York - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Baghill to Yorktrain Sheffield - York
31 min
£8–15
Drive 24.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Yorkcar 24.9 mi
37 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Yorktaxi 24.9 mi
37 min
£55–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Castleford Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the train from Castleford to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
1h 34m
£9–16

Pontefract to York by train

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Pontefract Baghill to York 3 times a day. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 31 min.

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