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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Pontefract is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Windermere to Pontefract?

The distance between Windermere and Pontefract is 138 miles. The road distance is 92.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Pontefract without a car is to train and bus and line 141 bus which takes 4h 54m and costs £20 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Windermere to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Pontefract train from?

Windermere to Pontefract train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Windermere to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Windermere to Pontefract is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £28 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Windermere to Pontefract train arrive?

Windermere to Pontefract train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Pontefract is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Windermere to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Windermere to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 141 bus

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

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Train, bus, line 141 bus
best
1. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester Victoria
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
4h 54m
£21–64
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
4h 55m
£28–87
Drive 91.9 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Pontefract91.9 mi
1h 56m
£23–33
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield KirkgateManchester Piccadilly - York / ...
5h 5m
£37–95
Bus, line 141 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
6h 22m
£27–56

Windermere to Pontefract by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Pontefract Tanshelf via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston, and Leeds in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Windermere to Stuart Road A via Oxenholme Lake District, Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 22m.

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