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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Birmingham is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Birmingham - Jennens Road via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Birmingham?

The distance between Pontefract and Birmingham is 112 miles. The road distance is 102.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Pontefract to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Birmingham bus from?

Pontefract to Birmingham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Stuart Road B station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Birmingham train from?

Pontefract to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Pontefract to Birmingham bus arrive?

Pontefract to Birmingham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Pontefract to Birmingham train arrive?

Pontefract to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Birmingham is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Pontefract to Birmingham.

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

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Pontefract to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Streettrain Leeds - Reading / ...
2h 48m
£48–75
Line 140 bus, bus
cheapest
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 Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk070 / ...
4h 34m
£15–23
Drive 101.9 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Birminghamcar 101.9 mi
1h 53m
£26–37
Line 140 bus, bus via Birmingham Coach Station
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 Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
5h 14m
£20–33

Pontefract to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 111.5 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Birmingham - Jennens Road via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 4h 34m.

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