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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Pontefract is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Pontefract is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Pontefract Monkhill via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Pontefract?

The distance between Cambridge and Pontefract is 142 miles. The road distance is 132.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Cambridge to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Pontefract train from?

Cambridge to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Where does the Cambridge to Pontefract train arrive?

Cambridge to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Pontefract is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Cambridge to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Cambridge to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, car, line 149 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Pontefract Monkhilltrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange
2h 58m
£49–71
Drive 131.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Pontefractcar 131.8 mi
2h 17m
£33–48
Train, line 149 bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Wakefield Westgatetrain
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
3h 27m
£54–84
Bus, train, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Huntingdon stationbus T1
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
6h 55m

Cambridge to Pontefract by train

6Weekly Trains

2h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Pontefract Monkhill via Peterborough in around 2h 58m.

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