What is the cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Ashton-under-Lyne?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Cavendish Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Ashton-under-Lyne?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne via Wakefield Kirkgate and Stalybridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The distance between Pontefract and Ashton-under-Lyne is 42 miles. The road distance is 46.7 miles.

How do I travel from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne without a car?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £15 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne bus from?

Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Stuart Road B station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne train from?

Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £15 - £28. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £25 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne bus arrive?

Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne train arrive?

Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne is 47 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne.

How do I get a train ticket from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne?

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Where can I stay near Ashton-under-Lyne?

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Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 148 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 Stalybridgetrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 35m
£15–28
Drive 46.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lynecar 46.4 mi
56 min
£12–17
Line 148 bus, train, line 350 bus
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Kirkgate Hbus 149 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Greenfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Greenfield Station to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchangebus 350 / ...
2h 47m
£13–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lynetaxi 46.4 mi
56 min
£95–120
Line 140 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 35m
£12–25

Pontefract to Ashton-under-Lyne by train

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Distance: 41.3 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Ashton-under-Lyne, England?

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Ashton-under-Lyne via Wakefield Kirkgate and Stalybridge in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Cavendish Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 3h 35m.

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