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

The cheapest way to get from Hereford to Pontefract is to train and bus and line 28 bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hereford to Pontefract is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Hereford and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Hereford to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Hereford and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Hereford to Pontefract?

The distance between Hereford and Pontefract is 163 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hereford to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Hereford to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hereford to Pontefract train from?

Hereford to Pontefract train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.

Where does the Hereford to Pontefract train arrive?

Hereford to Pontefract train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Hereford to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Hereford to Pontefract is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Hereford to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Hereford to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 28 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hereford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
4h 36m
£61–104
Train, bus, line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A12 to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
6h 26m
£35–77
Drive 152.8 mi
1. Drive from Hereford to Pontefractcar 152.8 mi
3h 5m
£38–54
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain Hereford - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 57m
£76–133

Hereford to Pontefract by train and bus

102Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.1 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Hereford to Valley Gardens A via Manchester Piccadilly, Wakefield Kirkgate, and Kirkgate A in around 4h 36m.

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