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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Pontefract is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Pontefract is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs £11 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castleford College and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Castleford to Pontefract?

The distance between Castleford and Pontefract is 3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Pontefract without a car is to bus which takes 12 min and costs £1 - £3.

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

The bus from Castleford College to Pontefract Tanshelf takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Pontefract bus from?

Castleford to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Castleford College station.

Where does the Castleford to Pontefract bus arrive?

Castleford to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1703+ hotels available in Pontefract.

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There are 3 ways to get from Castleford to Pontefract by bus, taxi, or foot

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1. Take the bus from Castleford College to Pontefract Tanshelfbus 140 / ...
12 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castleford to Pontefracttaxi 3.8 mi
7 min
£11–14
Walk
1. Take the foot from Castleford to Pontefractwalk 3.8 mi
1h 12m

Castleford to Pontefract by bus

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Duration: 12 min

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from Castleford College to Pontefract Tanshelf every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 12 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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