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How to get fromLincoln to Pontefractby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, line 149 bus via Newark North Gate

    best
    1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Newark North Gatetrain train
    2. Take the train from Newark North Gate to Wakefield Westgatetrain train
    3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Valley Gardens Abus bus 149 / ...
    2h 39m
    £26–42

  2. Drive 55.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Lincoln to Pontefractcar car 55.3 mi
    1h 4m
    £14–20

  3. Train, line 149 bus

    1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain train Lincoln Central - Leeds
    2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Valley Gardens Abus bus 149 / ...
    2h 49m
    £31–54

  4. Train, line 28 bus

    1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Barnsleytrain train Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
    2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardens Abus bus 28 / ...
    3h 35m
    £28–49

Lincoln to Pontefract by train, foot, and bus

Calendar83Weekly Services
Duration2h 39mAverage Duration
Ticket£26Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 82.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Lincoln to Pontefract. However, you can take the train to Newark North Gate, take the train to Wakefield Westgate, walk to Wakefield Bus Station, then take the line 149 bus to Valley Gardens A. Alternatively, you can drive from Lincoln to Pontefract in around 1h 4m.

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