What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract is to line 149 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield bus Station and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wakefield Bus Station station and arriving at Valley Gardens A. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield bus Station and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract?

The distance between Wakefield bus Station and Pontefract is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract?

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf takes 20 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract bus from?

Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract train from?

Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract is to train which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 149 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 37 min.

Where does the Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract bus arrive?

Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Valley Gardens A station.

Where does the Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract train arrive?

Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Can I drive from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract is 9 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract.

How do I get a train ticket from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract?

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract TanshelfLeeds - Knottingley
29 min
£4–6
Line 149 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Valley Gardens A149 / ...
37 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract9.4 mi
18 min
£22–27
Drive 9.4 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract9.4 mi
18 min
£3–4

Wakefield bus Station to Pontefract by foot and train

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Wakefield bus Station, England and Pontefract, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Arriva Yorkshire operates a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Valley Gardens A every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 37 min.

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