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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Pontefract is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Pontefract is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Doncaster and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Retford to Pontefract?

The distance between Retford and Pontefract is 46 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £14 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Retford to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Pontefract train from?

Retford to Pontefract train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Where does the Retford to Pontefract train arrive?

Retford to Pontefract train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Retford to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Pontefract is 33 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Retford to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

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Retford to Pontefract - 6 ways to travel via train, line 99 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Retford to Pontefract by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Wakefield Westgatetrain
3. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelftrain
1h 49m
£14–29
Drive 33 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Pontefractcar 33 mi
40 min
£9–12
Line 99 bus, train, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Fitzwilliamtrain
3. Take the bus from Fitzwilliam Station to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
2h 38m
£11–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Retford to Pontefracttaxi 33 mi
40 min
£140–180
Train, line 149 bus
1. Take the train from Retford to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Lincoln Central - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Valley Gardens Abus 149 / ...
2h 13m
£21–37
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Retford to Barnsleytrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A11 to Valley Gardens Abus 28 / ...
2h 59m
£18–31

Retford to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 46 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Pontefract Tanshelf via Doncaster and Wakefield Westgate in around 1h 49m.

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