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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Stafford is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £12 - £22 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Stafford is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road and arriving at Chell Road via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Stafford?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Stafford via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Stafford?

The distance between Pontefract and Stafford is 101 miles. The road distance is 84 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Pontefract to Stafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Stafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Stafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Stafford?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Stafford is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Pontefract to Stafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Stafford is 84 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Pontefract to Stafford.

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

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Where can I stay near Stafford?

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Pontefract to Stafford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Staffordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 13m
£32–59
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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus
4. Take the bus from bus station to Chell Roadbus 101
6h 33m
£13–22
Line 140 bus, bus, train
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 Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Staffordtrain
4h 33m
£26–50
Drive 83.5 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Staffordcar 83.5 mi
2h 11m
£21–31

Pontefract to Stafford by train

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Distance: 100.4 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Stafford via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road to Chell Road via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Stoke-on-Trent, and bus station in around 6h 33m.

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