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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Pontefract is to line 17 bus and bus and line 141 bus which costs £6 - £13 and takes 4h 11m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Stuart Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Pontefract?

The distance between Rochdale and Pontefract is 59 miles. The road distance is 42.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Rochdale to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Pontefract bus from?

Rochdale to Pontefract bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Pontefract train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Pontefract is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 17 bus and bus and line 141 bus, which costs £6 - £13 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Rochdale to Pontefract bus arrive?

Rochdale to Pontefract bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Rochdale to Pontefract train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochdale to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Pontefract is 43 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Rochdale to Pontefract.

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

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Rochdale to Pontefract - 4 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
2h 33m
£19–36
Line 17 bus, bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Roadbus 141 / ...
4h 11m
£7–13
Drive 42.5 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Pontefractcar 42.5 mi
45 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Pontefracttaxi 42.5 mi
45 min
£180–230

Rochdale to Pontefract by train

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.3 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Stuart Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 11m.

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