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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Pontefract is to bus via Milton Keynes which costs £21 - £40 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Pontefract is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Stuart Road A via Milton Keynes Coachway and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via King's Cross and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Bedford to Pontefract?

The distance between Bedford and Pontefract is 235 miles. The road distance is 130.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Bedford to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Pontefract bus from?

Bedford to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Pontefract train from?

Bedford to Pontefract train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Bedford to Pontefract is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Bedford to Pontefract bus arrive?

Bedford to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Bedford to Pontefract train arrive?

Bedford to Pontefract train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Pontefract is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Bedford to Pontefract.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 5m
£88–143
Bus via Milton Keynes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Uk905
7h 55m
£22–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
7h 15m
£32–77
Drive 130.2 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Pontefractcar 130.2 mi
2h 20m
£32–46
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Nottingham - Leeds
4h 53m
£66–114

Bedford to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 233.7 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Pontefract Tanshelf via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Wakefield Westgate in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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