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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Pontefract is to line 149 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Pontefract is to train which takes 16 min and costs £2 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kirkgate E and arriving at Valley Gardens A. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Pontefract?

The distance between Wakefield and Pontefract is 8 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £2 - £6.

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

The train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Pontefract bus from?

Wakefield to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Kirkgate E station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Pontefract train from?

Wakefield to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Pontefract is to train which takes 16 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 149 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Wakefield to Pontefract bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Pontefract train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Pontefract?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Wakefield to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract TanshelfLeeds - Knottingley
16 min
£2–6
Line 149 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkgate E to Valley Gardens A149 / ...
35 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Pontefract9.3 mi
18 min
£22–27
Drive 9.3 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Pontefract9.3 mi
18 min
£3–4

Wakefield to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf hourly. Tickets cost £2–6 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Arriva Yorkshire operates a bus from Kirkgate E to Valley Gardens A every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 35 min.

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