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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Thirsk is to bus and train which costs £10 - £16 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Thirsk is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Thirsk via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Thirsk?

The distance between Pontefract and Thirsk is 68 miles. The road distance is 43.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Pontefract to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Thirsk train from?

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

Where does the Pontefract to Thirsk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Thirsk is 44 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Pontefract to Thirsk.

Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 671+ hotels available in Thirsk.

Pontefract to Thirsk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontefract to Thirsk by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain Knottingley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Thirsktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
1h 59m
£31–49
Drive 43.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Thirskcar 43.6 mi
45 min
£11–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pontefract Baghill to Yorktrain Sheffield - York
2. Take the bus from Exhibition Square to Market Placebus 30X / ...
2h 39m
£12–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Thirsktaxi 43.6 mi
45 min
£190–230
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Castleford Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the train from Castleford to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
3h 37m
£11–16

Pontefract to Thirsk by train and bus

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.4 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Thirsk via Leeds and Thirsk in around 1h 59m.

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