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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Bolton is to line 140 bus and bus and line 8 bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Bolton is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Bolton via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Bolton?

The distance between Pontefract and Bolton is 58 miles. The road distance is 57.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Pontefract to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Bolton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Bolton train from?

Pontefract to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Bolton?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus and line 8 bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Pontefract to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Bolton train arrive?

Pontefract to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Bolton is 58 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Pontefract to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 34m
£17–31
Line 140 bus, bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Shiffnall Streetbus 8
4h 32m
£9–13
Drive 57.4 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Boltoncar 57.4 mi
58 min
£15–21
Line 140 bus, bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
4h 37m
£11–18

Pontefract to Bolton by train

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Distance: 58 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road to Shiffnall Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 32m.

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