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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Lincoln is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Lincoln is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Lincoln Central via Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Lincoln?

The distance between Pontefract and Lincoln is 66 miles. The road distance is 55.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Lincoln without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Pontefract to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Lincoln train from?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Lincoln train arrive?

Pontefract to Lincoln train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Lincoln is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Pontefract to Lincoln.

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

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Pontefract to Lincoln - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 148 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgatetrain Knottingley - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Lincoln Centraltrain Bradford Forster Square - Peterborough
2h 26m
£22–32
Drive 54.8 mi
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1. Drive from Pontefract to Lincolncar 54.8 mi
1h 4m
£14–20
Line 148 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Kirkgate Hbus 149 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Lincoln Centraltrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
3h 32m
£27–53
Line 28 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Barnsley Interchange/A11bus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Barnsley to Lincoln Centraltrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 6m
£25–45

Pontefract to Lincoln by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.5 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Lincoln Central via Wakefield Westgate in around 2h 26m.

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