What is the cheapest way to get from Pontefract to South Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to South Shields is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £11 - £27 and takes 4h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract to South Shields?

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to South Shields is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and South Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road and arriving at Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and South Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at South Shields via Leeds and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Pontefract to South Shields?

The distance between Pontefract and South Shields is 134 miles. The road distance is 103.2 miles.

How do I travel from Pontefract to South Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Pontefract to South Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Pontefract to South Shields?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Pontefract to South Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to South Shields bus from?

Pontefract to South Shields bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Stuart Road station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to South Shields train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to South Shields?

The best way to get from Pontefract to South Shields is to train which takes 3h and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £27 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Pontefract to South Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to South Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to South Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to South Shields is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Pontefract to South Shields.

Where can I stay near South Shields?

There are 1935+ hotels available in South Shields.

Pontefract to South Shields - 3 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain Knottingley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h
£40–86
Line 140 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073 / ...
4h 43m
£12–27
Drive 102.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to South Shieldscar 102.6 mi
1h 45m
£26–37

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Distance: 133.6 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and South Shields, England?

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to South Shields via Leeds, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road to Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Sunderland Interchange, and Interchange in around 4h 43m.

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