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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Skipton is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Skipton is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Monkhill and arriving at Skipton via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Skipton?

The distance between Pontefract and Skipton is 40 miles. The road distance is 40.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £14 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Pontefract to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Skipton train from?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Skipton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Skipton is 41 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Pontefract to Skipton.

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

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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Pontefract to Skipton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Pontefract to Skipton by train, 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 Skiptontrain Leeds - Skipton / ...
1h 29m
£14–27
Drive 40.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Skiptoncar 40.5 mi
55 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Skiptontaxi 40.5 mi
55 min
£170–220
Train via Pontefract Tanshelf
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain Knottingley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain Leeds - Skipton / ...
1h 33m
£16–31

Pontefract to Skipton by train

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Monkhill to Skipton via Leeds in around 1h 29m.

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