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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Pontefract is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Central and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Newark North Gate and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Pontefract?

The distance between Lincoln and Pontefract is 81 miles. The road distance is 55.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £25 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Lincoln to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Pontefract train from?

Lincoln to Pontefract train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Lincoln Central station.

Where does the Lincoln to Pontefract train arrive?

Lincoln to Pontefract train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newark North Gate station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Pontefract is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Lincoln to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1749+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Lincoln to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 149 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Newark North Gatetrain
2. Take the train from Newark North Gate to Wakefield Westgatetrain
3. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelftrain
2h 47m
£25–42
Drive 55.3 mi
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1. Drive from Lincoln to Pontefractcar 55.3 mi
1h 4m
£14–20
Train, line 149 bus
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Lincoln Central - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate to Valley Gardensbus 149 / ...
2h 49m
£26–48
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Barnsleytrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardensbus 28 / ...
3h 38m
£24–43

Lincoln to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 80.7 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Pontefract Tanshelf via Newark North Gate and Wakefield Westgate in around 2h 47m.

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