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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Chorley is to line 140 bus and bus and line 37 bus which costs £14 - £28 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Chorley is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Chorley?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Yarrow Gate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, St Peter's Square and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Chorley via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Chorley?

The distance between Pontefract and Chorley is 70 miles. The road distance is 67.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Chorley without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Pontefract to Chorley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Chorley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Chorley train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Chorley?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Chorley is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus and line 37 bus, which costs £14 - £28 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Pontefract to Chorley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Chorley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Chorley is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Pontefract to Chorley.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chorleytrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2h 56m
£24–45
Line 140 bus, bus, line 37 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 Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
5h 31m
£15–28
Drive 67.5 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Chorleycar 67.5 mi
1h 10m
£17–24
Line 268 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Blackburntrain
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Crosse Hall Lanebus 2
5h 44m
£20–33

Pontefract to Chorley by train

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Distance: 69.5 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Chorley via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Yarrow Gate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, and Bolton Interchange in around 5h 31m.

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