What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Pontefract Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Pontefract Castle is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Pontefract Castle?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Pontefract Castle is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Pontefract Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Pontefract Castle station. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Pontefract Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Pontefract Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Pontefract Castle. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Pontefract Monkhill via Bristol Parkway and Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Swansea to Pontefract Castle?

The distance between Swansea and Pontefract Castle is 277 miles. The road distance is 222.2 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Pontefract Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Pontefract Castle without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 45m and costs £110 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Pontefract Castle?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Swansea to Pontefract Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Pontefract Castle bus from?

Swansea to Pontefract Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Pontefract Castle train from?

Swansea to Pontefract Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Pontefract Castle?

The best way to get from Swansea to Pontefract Castle is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 45m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Swansea to Pontefract Castle bus arrive?

Swansea to Pontefract Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Pontefract Castle train arrive?

Swansea to Pontefract Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Pontefract Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Pontefract Castle is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Swansea to Pontefract Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Pontefract Castle?

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Where can I stay near Pontefract Castle?

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Swansea to Pontefract Castle - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 45m
£116–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
9h 43m
£34–61
Drive 221 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Pontefract Castlecar 221 mi
4h 31m
£55–79
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane BRS - LBA
8h 54m
£87–190
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
7h 2m
£84–136
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
10h 8m
£46–79
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane CWL - LBA
9h 42m
£93–223

Swansea to Pontefract Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 274.9 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Pontefract Castle, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Pontefract Castle via Bristol Parkway, Wakefield Westgate, and Pontefract Monkhill in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Pontefract Castle via Bristol Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Pontefract Bus Station in around 9h 43m.

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