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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Southport is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £11 - £20 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Southport is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Southport. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road and arriving at Duke Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Southport. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Southport via Wakefield Kirkgate and Stalybridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Southport?

The distance between Pontefract and Southport is 85 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Southport without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Pontefract to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Southport bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Southport train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Southport?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Southport is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £20 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Pontefract to Southport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Southport train arrive?

Pontefract to Southport train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stalybridge station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Southport is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Pontefract to Southport.

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

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Where can I stay near Southport?

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Pontefract to Southport - 4 ways to travel via train, line 268 bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Stalybridgetrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stalybridge to Southporttrain Stalybridge - Southport
4h 28m
£26–47
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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2 / ...
6h 8m
£12–20
Line 268 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Prestontrain Leeds - Blackpool North / ...
5h 38m
£22–41
Drive 84 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Southportcar 84 mi
1h 44m
£21–31

Pontefract to Southport by train

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Distance: 84.7 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Southport via Wakefield Kirkgate and Stalybridge in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road to Duke Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 6h 8m.

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