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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Pontefract is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Pontefract is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Valley Gardens A via South Elmsall Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Pontefract?

The distance between Gainsborough and Pontefract is 70 miles. The road distance is 36.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Pontefract without a car is to train and line 149 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Gainsborough to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Pontefract bus from?

Gainsborough to Pontefract bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from King Street station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Pontefract bus arrive?

Gainsborough to Pontefract bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Pontefract is 36 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Gainsborough to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1711+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Gainsborough to Pontefract - 5 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 149 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Lincoln Central - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
2h 19m
£21–40
Drive 36.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Pontefractcar 36.2 mi
52 min
£9–13
Bus, line 239 bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 98
2. Take the bus from South Elmsall Bus Station to Valley Gardens Abus 249 / ...
3h 23m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gainsborough to Pontefracttaxi 36.2 mi
52 min
£160–190
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Barnsleytrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
2h 58m
£19–35

Gainsborough to Pontefract by train and bus

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Distance: 69.1 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Pontefract, England?

You can take a bus from King Street to Valley Gardens A via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster, South Elmsall, and South Elmsall Bus Station in around 3h 23m.

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