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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Pontefract is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Stuart Road A via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Pontefract?

The distance between Scarborough and Pontefract is 86 miles. The road distance is 66.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Scarborough to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Pontefract bus from?

Scarborough to Pontefract bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Pontefract train from?

Scarborough to Pontefract train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.

Train or bus from Scarborough to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Pontefract is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Scarborough to Pontefract bus arrive?

Scarborough to Pontefract bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Scarborough to Pontefract train arrive?

Scarborough to Pontefract train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Pontefract is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Scarborough to Pontefract.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Scarborough to Pontefract by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Leedstrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
2h 38m
£31–55
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stuart Road Abus 141 / ...
4h 28m
£4–6
Drive 66.1 mi
1. Drive from Scarborough to Pontefractcar 66.1 mi
1h 26m
£17–24

Scarborough to Pontefract by train

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Distance: 85.5 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Scarborough to Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Stuart Road A via Leeds Bus Station Entrance and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 28m.

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