What is the cheapest way to get from Leeds Station to Pontefract?

The cheapest way to get from Leeds Station to Pontefract is to line 141 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeds Station to Pontefract?

The fastest way to get from Leeds Station to Pontefract is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds Station and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds City Bus Station station and arriving at Stuart Road A. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds Station and Pontefract?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Leeds Station to Pontefract?

The distance between Leeds Station and Pontefract is 19 miles. The road distance is 16.1 miles.

How do I travel from Leeds Station to Pontefract without a car?

The best way to get from Leeds Station to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Leeds Station to Pontefract?

The train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelf takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leeds Station to Pontefract bus from?

Leeds Station to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds Station to Pontefract train from?

Leeds Station to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds Station to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Leeds Station to Pontefract is to train which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 141 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Leeds Station to Pontefract bus arrive?

Leeds Station to Pontefract bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Stuart Road A station.

Where does the Leeds Station to Pontefract train arrive?

Leeds Station to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Can I drive from Leeds Station to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds Station to Pontefract is 16 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Leeds Station to Pontefract.

How do I get a train ticket from Leeds Station to Pontefract?

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Leeds Station to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, line 141 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
34 min
£7–14
Line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
1h 17m
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leeds Station to Pontefracttaxi 16 mi
20 min
£60–75
Drive 16 mi
1. Drive from Leeds Station to Pontefractcar 16 mi
20 min
£4–6

Leeds Station to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Leeds Station, England and Pontefract, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelf hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road A every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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