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

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £2 - £6 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Halifax to Pontefract is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Halifax and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Halifax station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Halifax Bus Station and arriving at Stuart Road via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Halifax and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Halifax and arriving at Pontefract Monkhill. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Halifax to Pontefract?

The distance between Halifax and Pontefract is 27 miles. The road distance is 26.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Halifax to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £11.

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

The train from Halifax to Pontefract Monkhill takes 44 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Pontefract bus from?

Halifax to Pontefract bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, depart from Halifax Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Pontefract train from?

Halifax to Pontefract train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Halifax station.

Train or bus from Halifax to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Halifax to Pontefract is to train which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £2 - £6 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Halifax to Pontefract bus arrive?

Halifax to Pontefract bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Halifax to Pontefract train arrive?

Halifax to Pontefract train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Pontefract Monkhill station.

Can I drive from Halifax to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to Pontefract is 26 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Halifax to Pontefract.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Halifax to Pontefract Monkhilltrain Bradford Interchange - London Kings Cross
44 min
£7–11
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Roadbus 141 / ...
2h 34m
£3–6
Drive 26.2 mi
1. Drive from Halifax to Pontefractcar 26.2 mi
32 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Halifax to Pontefracttaxi 26.2 mi
32 min
£110–140

Halifax to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Grand Central Trains operates a train from Halifax to Pontefract Monkhill 3 times a day. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halifax Bus Station to Stuart Road via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 34m.

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