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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Gainsborough is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Valley Gardens B and arriving at King Street via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Gainsborough?

The distance between Pontefract and Gainsborough is 68 miles. The road distance is 35.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £27 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Pontefract to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Gainsborough bus from?

Pontefract to Gainsborough bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Gainsborough train from?

Pontefract to Gainsborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Gainsborough is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £27 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Pontefract to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Pontefract to Gainsborough bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at King Street station.

Where does the Pontefract to Gainsborough train arrive?

Pontefract to Gainsborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Gainsborough Lea Road station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Gainsborough is 36 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Pontefract to Gainsborough.

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontefract to Gainsborough by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
2h 52m
£27–51
Drive 35.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Gainsboroughcar 35.7 mi
52 min
£9–13
Line 28 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Barnsley Interchange/A12bus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Barnsley to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 37m
£23–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Gainsboroughtaxi 35.7 mi
52 min
£75–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to King Streetbus 98
3h 44m
£12–21

Pontefract to Gainsborough by train

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Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Gainsborough Lea Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Midlands operates a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to King Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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