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

The cheapest way to get from York to Pontefract is to train which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Pontefract is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct train between York and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from York and arriving at Pontefract Baghill. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from York to Pontefract?

The distance between York and Pontefract is 21 miles. The road distance is 25.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

The train from York to Pontefract Baghill takes 31 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the York to Pontefract train from?

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

Where does the York to Pontefract train arrive?

York to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Pontefract Baghill station.

Can I drive from York to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Pontefract is 26 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from York to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1522+ hotels available in Pontefract.

York to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Pontefract BaghillYork - Sheffield
31 min
£5–8
Train, bus
1. Take the train from York to CastlefordYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Castleford Bus Station to Stuart Road A141 / ...
1h 2m
£9–43
Drive 25.5 mi
1. Drive from York to Pontefract25.5 mi
38 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from York to Pontefract25.5 mi
38 min
£55–75

York to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from York to Pontefract Baghill 3 times a day. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 31 min.

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