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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Sunderland is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Sunderland?

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

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Sunderland via Leeds and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Sunderland?

The distance between Pontefract and Sunderland is 136 miles. The road distance is 95.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Pontefract to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Pontefract to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Sunderland is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Pontefract to Sunderland.

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

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Pontefract to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontefract to Sunderland 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 10m
£40–89
Line 140 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Interchangebus Uk010
4h 4m
£11–18
Drive 94.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Sunderlandcar 94.6 mi
1h 36m
£24–35
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
4h 1m
£39–72
Line 140 bus, bus via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
4h 9m
£12–26

Pontefract to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 135.2 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Sunderland via Leeds and Newcastle in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 4m.

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