What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle is to line 28 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Pontefract Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barnsley Interchange/A12 and arriving at Pontefract Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Pontefract Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Pontefract Monkhill via Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle?

The distance between Barnsley and Pontefract Castle is 20 miles. The road distance is 14.7 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £6 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Pontefract Castle bus from?

Barnsley to Pontefract Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A12 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Pontefract Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Barnsley to Pontefract Castle bus arrive?

Barnsley to Pontefract Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Pontefract Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Pontefract Castle train arrive?

Barnsley to Pontefract Castle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Pontefract Castle is 15 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle?

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Where can I stay near Pontefract Castle?

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Barnsley to Pontefract Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 28 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Monkhilltrain Leeds - Knottingley
1h 25m
£6–15
Line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Pontefract Bus Stationbus 28 / ...
1h 27m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Pontefract Castletaxi 14.6 mi
25 min
£30–40
Drive 14.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Pontefract Castlecar 14.6 mi
25 min
£4–6

Barnsley to Pontefract Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Pontefract Castle, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Pontefract Castle via Wakefield Kirkgate and Pontefract Monkhill in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, Stagecoach Yorkshire operates a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Pontefract Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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