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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Knaresborough is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Knaresborough is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Knaresborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Knaresborough. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Council Offices via Leeds City Bus Station and Hgte Bus Stn Stand 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Knaresborough?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Knaresborough. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Monkhill and arriving at Knaresborough via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Knaresborough?

The distance between Pontefract and Knaresborough is 36 miles. The road distance is 27.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Knaresborough without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £11 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Pontefract to Knaresborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Knaresborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Knaresborough train from?

Pontefract to Knaresborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Monkhill station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Knaresborough?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Knaresborough is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and line 36 bus, which costs and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Pontefract to Knaresborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Knaresborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Knaresborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Knaresborough is 28 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Pontefract to Knaresborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Knaresborough?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Monkhill to Leedstrain Knottingley - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Knaresboroughtrain Leeds - York / ...
1h 40m
£12–21
Drive 27.6 mi
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1. Drive from Pontefract to Knaresboroughcar 27.6 mi
34 min
£7–10
Line 140 bus, line 36 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 Bus Stn Stand 4bus 36
2h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Knaresboroughtaxi 27.6 mi
34 min
£120–150
Train via Pontefract Tanshelf
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain Knottingley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Knaresboroughtrain Leeds - York / ...
1h 44m
£13–24

Pontefract to Knaresborough by train

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Monkhill to Knaresborough via Leeds in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Council Offices via Leeds City Bus Station and Hgte Bus Stn Stand 10 in around 2h 50m.

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