What is the cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £15.

How far is it from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between Pontefract and Fountains Abbey is 48 miles. The road distance is 39.8 miles.

How do I travel from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 45m and costs £60 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Fountains Abbey is 40 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 1144+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

Pontefract to Fountains Abbey - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey by train, taxi, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Harrogatetrain
3. Take the taxi from Harrogate to Fountains Abbeytaxi
1h 45m
£61–87
Drive 39.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Fountains Abbeycar 39.5 mi
51 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Fountains Abbeytaxi 39.5 mi
51 min
£170–210

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Distance: 47.5 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Fountains Abbey, England?

There is no direct connection from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey. However, you can take the train to Leeds, take the train to Harrogate, then take the taxi to Fountains Abbey. Alternatively, you can drive from Pontefract to Fountains Abbey in around 51 min.

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