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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Pontefract is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Durham to Pontefract?

The distance between Durham and Pontefract is 92 miles. The road distance is 85 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Pontefract without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 37m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Durham to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Pontefract train from?

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

Where does the Durham to Pontefract train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Durham to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Pontefract is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Durham to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Durham to Pontefract - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Pontefract by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Castlefordtrain Newcastle - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Castleford Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
1h 37m
£32–56
Drive 84.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Pontefractcar 84.5 mi
1h 28m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
2h 29m
£40–83

Durham to Pontefract by train and bus

7Weekly Services

1h 37mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 91.6 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds in around 2h 29m.

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