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

The cheapest way to get from Thorne to Pontefract is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Thorne to Pontefract is to drive which takes 23 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Thorne and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Thorne to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from South Parade/Plantation Road and arriving at Valley Gardens A via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/A11 and Barnsley Interchange/A12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Thorne and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Thorne to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Thorne North and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Doncaster and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Thorne to Pontefract?

The distance between Thorne and Pontefract is 39 miles. The road distance is 21.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thorne to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £8 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Thorne to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thorne to Pontefract bus from?

Thorne to Pontefract bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, depart from South Parade/Plantation Road station.

Where do I catch the Thorne to Pontefract train from?

Thorne to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Thorne North station.

Train or bus from Thorne to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Thorne to Pontefract is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £8 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 387 bus and line 28 bus, which costs and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Thorne to Pontefract bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thorne to Pontefract train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thorne to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Thorne to Pontefract is 22 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Thorne to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Thorne to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, line 387 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Thorne to Pontefract by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thorne North to Doncaster
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Wakefield Westgate
3. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
2h 3m
£8–23
Drive 21.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thorne to Pontefract21.4 mi
23 min
£6–8
Line 387 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from South Parade/Plantation Road to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2384a / ...
2. Take the bus from Fitzwilliam Station to Valley Gardens A28 / ...
2h 33m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thorne to Pontefract21.4 mi
23 min
£45–60
Line 387 bus, bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from South Parade/Plantation 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 38m

Thorne to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 38.3 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Thorne North to Pontefract Tanshelf via Doncaster and Wakefield Westgate in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Parade/Plantation Road to Valley Gardens A via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2, Doncaster, Fitzwilliam, and Fitzwilliam Station in around 2h 33m.

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