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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Pontefract is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Stuart Road A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Preston to Pontefract?

The distance between Preston and Pontefract is 80 miles. The road distance is 65.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Preston to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Pontefract bus from?

Preston to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Pontefract train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Preston to Pontefract is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Preston to Pontefract bus arrive?

Preston to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Pontefract train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Pontefract is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Preston to Pontefract.

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

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Preston to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 141 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
3h 2m
£31–54
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
4h 7m
£15–39
Drive 65 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Pontefractcar 65 mi
1h 36m
£16–24
Line 152 bus, line 591 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Stationbus 591
3. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
6h 41m

Preston to Pontefract by train

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3h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.5 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Stuart Road A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 7m.

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