What is the cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Downham Market?

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Downham Market is to train and bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract to Downham Market?

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Downham Market is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Downham Market?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Downham Market. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Monkhill and arriving at Downham Market via Peterborough and Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Downham Market?

The distance between Pontefract and Downham Market is 143 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

How do I travel from Pontefract to Downham Market without a car?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Downham Market without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £45 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Pontefract to Downham Market?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Downham Market train from?

Pontefract to Downham Market train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Pontefract Monkhill station.

Where does the Pontefract to Downham Market train arrive?

Pontefract to Downham Market train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Downham Market?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Downham Market is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Pontefract to Downham Market.

How do I get a train ticket from Pontefract to Downham Market?

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Where can I stay near Downham Market?

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Pontefract to Downham Market - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Monkhill to Peterboroughtrain Bradford Interchange - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Elytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2h 48m
£47–82
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pontefract Monkhill to Peterboroughtrain Bradford Interchange - London Kings Cross
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Horse Fair Bus Stationbus B / ...
3h 52m
£28–44
Drive 120.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Downham Marketcar 120.6 mi
2h 17m
£30–43
Line 28 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Barnsley Interchange/A11bus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Elytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
6h 24m
£77–122

Pontefract to Downham Market by train

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2h 48mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.8 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Downham Market, England?

You can take a train from Pontefract Monkhill to Downham Market via Peterborough and Ely in around 2h 48m.

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