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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Pontefract is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Pontefract is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via King's Cross and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Pontefract?

The distance between Folkestone and Pontefract is 255 miles. The road distance is 243.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Folkestone to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Pontefract train from?

Folkestone to Pontefract train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Folkestone to Pontefract train arrive?

Folkestone to Pontefract train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Pontefract is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Folkestone to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1711+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Folkestone to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 21m
£99–158
Drive 242.1 mi
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1. Drive from Folkestone to Pontefractcar 242.1 mi
4h 3m
£60–87
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LCY - LBA
7h 48m
£284–731
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
6h
£125–203

Folkestone to Pontefract by train

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 253.8 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Pontefract Tanshelf via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Wakefield Westgate in around 4h 21m.

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