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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £7 - £35 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Stuart Road A via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Darlington to Pontefract?

The distance between Darlington and Pontefract is 88 miles. The road distance is 68.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Darlington to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Pontefract bus from?

Darlington to Pontefract bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Darlington station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Pontefract train from?

Darlington to Pontefract train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Darlington to Pontefract is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £7 - £35 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Darlington to Pontefract bus arrive?

Darlington to Pontefract bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Pontefract train arrive?

Darlington to Pontefract train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Pontefract is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Darlington to Pontefract.

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

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Darlington to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 141 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
2h 11m
£31–64
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
2h 50m
£7–32
Drive 67.7 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Pontefractcar 67.7 mi
1h 8m
£17–25
Train, line 149 bus
1. Take the train from Darlington to Wakefield Westgatetrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
2h 13m
£43–61

Darlington to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 87.8 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darlington to Stuart Road A via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 50m.

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