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

The cheapest way to get from Dewsbury to Pontefract is to line 268 bus and line 149 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dewsbury to Pontefract is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Dewsbury and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Dewsbury to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Earlsheaton Park and arriving at Valley Gardens A via Wakefield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Dewsbury and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Dewsbury to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Dewsbury and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Dewsbury to Pontefract?

The distance between Dewsbury and Pontefract is 16 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dewsbury to Pontefract without a car is to line 268 bus and line 149 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs £1 - £3.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Dewsbury to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dewsbury to Pontefract bus from?

Dewsbury to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Earlsheaton Park station.

Where do I catch the Dewsbury to Pontefract train from?

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

Train or bus from Dewsbury to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Dewsbury to Pontefract is to line 268 bus and line 149 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs £1 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £18 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Dewsbury to Pontefract bus arrive?

Dewsbury to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wakefield Bus Station.

Where does the Dewsbury to Pontefract train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dewsbury to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Dewsbury to Pontefract is 17 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Dewsbury to Pontefract.

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

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Dewsbury to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 268 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dewsbury to Pontefract by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 268 bus, line 149 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Earlsheaton Park to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 268
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
1h 11m
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Dewsbury to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
1h 32m
£9–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dewsbury to Pontefracttaxi 16.5 mi
21 min
£75–95
Drive 16.5 mi
1. Drive from Dewsbury to Pontefractcar 16.5 mi
21 min
£5–6
Line 212 bus, line 149 bus
1. Take the bus from Longcauseway to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 212
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
1h 42m
£3–6

Dewsbury to Pontefract by bus

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Distance: 15.8 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Earlsheaton Park to Valley Gardens A via Wakefield Bus Station in around 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dewsbury to Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds in around 1h 32m.

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