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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Halifax is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £2 - £6 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Halifax is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Halifax?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Godley Bridge via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Halifax?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Halifax via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Halifax?

The distance between Pontefract and Halifax is 36 miles. The road distance is 26.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Halifax without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £13 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Pontefract to Halifax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Halifax bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Halifax train from?

Pontefract to Halifax train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Halifax?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Halifax is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £2 - £6 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Pontefract to Halifax bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Halifax train arrive?

Pontefract to Halifax train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Halifax is 26 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Pontefract to Halifax.

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

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Where can I stay near Halifax?

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Pontefract to Halifax - 5 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain Knottingley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Halifaxtrain Leeds - Rochdale / ...
1h 16m
£14–26
Line 140 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Godley Bridgebus 508
2h 34m
£3–6
Drive 26.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Halifaxcar 26.1 mi
32 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Halifaxtaxi 26.1 mi
32 min
£65–80
Line 140 bus, line 508 bus
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Godley Bridgebus 508
2h 35m

Pontefract to Halifax by train

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Halifax via Leeds in around 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Godley Bridge via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 34m.

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