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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Pontefract is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Pontefract is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Oxford to Pontefract?

The distance between Oxford and Pontefract is 178 miles. The road distance is 156.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Oxford to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Pontefract train from?

Oxford to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

Where does the Oxford to Pontefract train arrive?

Oxford to Pontefract train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Pontefract is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Oxford to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1752+ hotels available in Pontefract.

Oxford to Pontefract - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Oxford to Pontefract by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
4h 6m
£70–111
Drive 155.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Pontefractcar 155.7 mi
2h 45m
£40–57
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain Reading - Leeds / ...
4h 30m
£78–122

Oxford to Pontefract by train and bus

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Oxford to Valley Gardens A via Sheffield, Wakefield Kirkgate, and Kirkgate A in around 4h 6m.

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