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

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Pontefract is to train and bus which costs £50 - £95 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Pontefract is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £70 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Ashford International and arriving at Pontefract Monkhill via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Ashford to Pontefract?

The distance between Ashford and Pontefract is 229 miles. The road distance is 230.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashford to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £70 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ashford to Pontefract train from?

Ashford to Pontefract train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Ashford to Pontefract train arrive?

Ashford to Pontefract train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Pontefract is 230 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Ashford to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1768+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Ashford to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 28 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Pontefract Monkhilltrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange
3h 41m
£74–120
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
6h 44m
£55–90
Drive 228.7 mi
1. Drive from Ashford to Pontefractcar 228.7 mi
3h 50m
£58–84
Train via Wakefield Westgate
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 1m
£86–141
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardensbus 28 / ...
5h 47m
£107–175

Ashford to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 227.9 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Ashford International to Pontefract Monkhill via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h 41m.

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