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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Penrith is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Penrith is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Penrith via Leeds Cultural Stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Penrith?

The distance between Pontefract and Penrith is 111 miles. The road distance is 110.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Penrith without a car is to line 140 bus and bus which takes 4h 14m and costs £12 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Pontefract to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Penrith train from?

Pontefract to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Penrith?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Penrith is to line 140 bus and bus which takes 4h 14m and costs £12 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Pontefract to Penrith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Penrith train arrive?

Pontefract to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Penrith is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Pontefract to Penrith.

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

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Pontefract to Penrith - 3 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Pontefract to Penrith by bus, train, or car

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Line 140 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Penrithbus Ukn31
4h 14m
£13–21
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 33m
£52–95
Drive 109.4 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Penrithcar 109.4 mi
1h 53m
£27–39

Pontefract to Penrith by bus

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Distance: 110.3 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Penrith via Leeds Cultural Stop C in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Penrith North Lakes via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 33m.

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