What is the cheapest way to get from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield?

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield is to line 148 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield?

The fastest way to get from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £23 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract bus Station and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pontefract Bus Station station and arriving at Kirkgate H. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract bus Station and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield?

The distance between Pontefract bus Station and Wakefield is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £3 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield?

The train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Kirkgate takes 19 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield train from?

Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Train or bus from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield is to train which takes 29 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 148 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield bus arrive?

Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Kirkgate H station.

Where does the Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield train arrive?

Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield is 10 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Knottingley - Leeds / ...
29 min
£3–6
Line 148 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pontefract Bus Station to Kirkgate Hbus 148 / ...
36 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefieldtaxi 10.1 mi
18 min
£23–29
Drive 10.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract bus Station to Wakefieldcar 10.1 mi
18 min
£3–4

Pontefract bus Station to Wakefield by foot and train

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Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Pontefract bus Station, England and Wakefield, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Kirkgate hourly. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Pontefract Bus Station to Kirkgate H every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 36 min.

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