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

The cheapest way to get from Wolverhampton to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wolverhampton to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Wolverhampton and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Wolverhampton station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Wolverhampton Bus Station and arriving at Stuart Road A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Wolverhampton and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Wolverhampton to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Wolverhampton and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Birmingham New Street and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Wolverhampton to Pontefract?

The distance between Wolverhampton and Pontefract is 118 miles. The road distance is 102.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wolverhampton to Pontefract without a car is to train and line 149 bus which takes 3h 41m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Wolverhampton to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wolverhampton to Pontefract bus from?

Wolverhampton to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Wolverhampton Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wolverhampton to Pontefract train from?

Wolverhampton to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Wolverhampton to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Wolverhampton to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus via Manchester which takes 5h 16m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £200 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Wolverhampton to Pontefract bus arrive?

Wolverhampton to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Wolverhampton to Pontefract train arrive?

Wolverhampton to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Wolverhampton to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Wolverhampton to Pontefract is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Wolverhampton to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Wolverhampton to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 149 bus
best
1. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
3. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
3h 41m
£42–121
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Newhall Stbus X8
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
6h 21m
£16–24
Bus, line 141 bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 422
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
5h 16m
£38–50
Drive 102 mi
1. Drive from Wolverhampton to Pontefractcar 102 mi
1h 55m
£25–37
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 52m
£59–193

Wolverhampton to Pontefract by train and bus

119Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Stuart Road A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £50–140 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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