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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Dover is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Dover is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Dover. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Dover Priory via Wakefield Westgate and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Dover?

The distance between Pontefract and Dover is 263 miles. The road distance is 247.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Dover without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Pontefract to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Dover train from?

Pontefract to Dover train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Pontefract to Dover train arrive?

Pontefract to Dover train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Dover is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Pontefract to Dover.

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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Pontefract to Dover - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 28 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontefract to Dover by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 30m
£88–166
Drive 246 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Dovercar 246 mi
4h 9m
£61–88
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
7h 15m
£126–397
Line 28 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Barnsley Interchange/A11bus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
6h 20m
£130–211
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LBA - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain
7h 53m
£286–738

Pontefract to Dover by train

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Distance: 261 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Dover Priory via Wakefield Westgate, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 30m.

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