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

The cheapest way to get from Stainforth to Pontefract is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stainforth to Pontefract is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stainforth and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Stainforth to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Princess Avenue/Junction Road and arriving at Valley Gardens A via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 and Barnsley Interchange/A12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Stainforth and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Stainforth to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Hatfield & Stainforth and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Doncaster and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Stainforth to Pontefract?

The distance between Stainforth and Pontefract is 36 miles. The road distance is 17.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stainforth to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £8 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Stainforth to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stainforth to Pontefract bus from?

Stainforth to Pontefract bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, depart from Princess Avenue/Junction Road station.

Where do I catch the Stainforth to Pontefract train from?

Stainforth to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hatfield & Stainforth station.

Train or bus from Stainforth to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Stainforth to Pontefract is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £8 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 387 bus and bus and line 28 bus, which costs and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Stainforth to Pontefract bus arrive?

Stainforth to Pontefract bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 station.

Where does the Stainforth to Pontefract train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stainforth to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Stainforth to Pontefract is 18 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Stainforth to Pontefract.

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

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Stainforth to Pontefract - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 384 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Stainforth to Pontefract by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hatfield & Stainforth to Doncaster
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Wakefield Westgate
3. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
1h 55m
£8–36
Drive 17.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stainforth to Pontefract17.5 mi
34 min
£5–7
Line 384 bus, train, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Road/Junction Road to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2384
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Fitzwilliam
3. Take the bus from Fitzwilliam Station to Valley Gardens A28 / ...
2h 18m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stainforth to Pontefract17.5 mi
34 min
£35–50
Line 387 bus, train, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from East Lane/Coronation Road to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2387
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Fitzwilliam
3. Take the bus from Fitzwilliam Station to Valley Gardens A28 / ...
2h 18m
Line 387 bus, bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Princess Avenue/Junction Road to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2387
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 to Barnsley Interchange/A19X19
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Valley Gardens A28 / ...
3h 22m

Stainforth to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Stainforth, Doncaster, England and Pontefract, England?

You can take a train from Hatfield & Stainforth to Pontefract Tanshelf via Doncaster and Wakefield Westgate in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princess Avenue/Junction Road to Valley Gardens A via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11, and Barnsley Interchange/A12 in around 3h 22m.

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