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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Altofts is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 9 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Altofts is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £16 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Altofts?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pontefract Bus Station station and arriving at St Mary Magadelene Church. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Altofts?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Altofts. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Normanton via Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Pontefract to Altofts?

The distance between Pontefract and Altofts is 11 miles. The road distance is 6.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Altofts without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £4 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Pontefract to Altofts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Altofts bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Altofts train from?

Pontefract to Altofts train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Altofts?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Altofts is to train which takes 44 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 157 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Pontefract to Altofts bus arrive?

Pontefract to Altofts bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at St Mary Magadelene Church station.

Where does the Pontefract to Altofts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Altofts?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Altofts is 6 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Pontefract to Altofts.

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

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Pontefract to Altofts - 4 ways to travel via train, line 157 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Knottingley - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Normantontrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
44 min
£4–8
Line 157 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pontefract Bus Station to St Mary Magadelene Churchbus 157
51 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Altoftstaxi 6.3 mi
9 min
£16–20
Drive 6.3 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Altoftscar 6.3 mi
9 min
£2–3

Pontefract to Altofts by train

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Normanton via Wakefield Kirkgate in around 44 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Pontefract Bus Station to St Mary Magadelene Church hourly. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 51 min.

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