What is the cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate?

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate is to line 148 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate?

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Wakefield Westgate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Valley Gardens B and arriving at Union Street J. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Wakefield Westgate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate?

The distance between Pontefract and Wakefield Westgate is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.3 miles.

How do I travel from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate without a car?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs £3 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate?

The train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate takes 23 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate bus from?

Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Valley Gardens B station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate is to train which takes 23 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can line 148 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate bus arrive?

Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Union Street J station.

Where does the Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate train arrive?

Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate is 9 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate.

How do I get a train ticket from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate?

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Where can I stay near Wakefield Westgate?

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Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 148 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgatetrain Knottingley - Leeds / ...
23 min
£3–7
Line 148 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Valley Gardens B to Union Street Jbus 149 / ...
45 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgatetaxi 9.3 mi
18 min
£22–27
Drive 9.3 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgatecar 9.3 mi
18 min
£3–4

Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate by train

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Distance: 8.9 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Wakefield Westgate, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Valley Gardens B to Union Street J every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 36 min.

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