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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Bury is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Bury is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Bury?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Bury. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Bury via Leeds and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Bury?

The distance between Pontefract and Bury is 71 miles. The road distance is 49.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Bury without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 5m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Pontefract to Bury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Bury train from?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Bury train arrive?

Pontefract to Bury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Bury?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Bury is 50 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Pontefract to Bury.

Where can I stay near Bury?

There are 3696+ hotels available in Bury.

Pontefract to Bury - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, car, and taxi

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the tram from Victoria to Burytram
2h 5m
£21–42
Drive 49.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Burycar 49.6 mi
55 min
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Burytaxi 49.6 mi
55 min
£210–260
Line 148 bus, train, tram
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Kirkgate Hbus 149 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Burytram
3h 4m
£16–27

Pontefract to Bury by train and tram

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2h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.3 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

There is no direct connection from Pontefract to Bury. However, you can take the train to Leeds, take the train to Manchester Victoria, walk to Victoria, then take the vehicle to Bury. Alternatively, you can drive from Pontefract to Bury in around 55 min.

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