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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Upton is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Upton is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Upton?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Upton. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Upton?

The distance between Pontefract and Upton is 72 miles. The road distance is 39.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Upton without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Pontefract to Upton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Upton train from?

Pontefract to Upton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Pontefract to Upton train arrive?

Pontefract to Upton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Gainsborough Lea Road station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Upton?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Upton is 40 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Pontefract to Upton.

Where can I stay near Upton?

There are 591+ hotels available in Upton.

Pontefract to Upton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
3h 28m
£28–55
Drive 39.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontefract to Uptoncar 39.5 mi
1h 2m
£10–14
Line 28 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Barnsley Interchange/A12bus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Barnsley to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 14m
£25–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Uptontaxi 39.5 mi
1h 2m
£80–100
Line 28 bus, train, bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Fitzwilliam Stationbus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Fitzwilliam to Doncastertrain
3. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Bus Stationbus 98
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Westgatebus 106 / ...
4h 27m
£14–25

Pontefract to Upton by train and bus

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Distance: 71.9 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Upton, Lincolnshire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Gainsborough Lea Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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