What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse is to line 149 bus and line 140 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £25 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Racecourse?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse. However, there are services departing from Kirkgate E and arriving at Park Side via Pontefract Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Racecourse?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse?

The distance between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Racecourse is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse?

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf takes 21 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse bus from?

Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Kirkgate E station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse train from?

Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse?

The best way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse is to train which takes 39 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can line 149 bus and line 140 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse bus arrive?

Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Pontefract Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse train arrive?

Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Can I drive from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse is 11 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse.

How do I get a train ticket from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse?

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Where can I stay near Pontefract Racecourse?

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Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
39 min
£3–7
Line 149 bus, line 140 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kirkgate E to Pontefract Bus Stationbus 149 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontefract Bus Station to Park Sidebus 140 / ...
1h 10m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecoursetaxi 10.7 mi
22 min
£25–30
Drive 10.7 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecoursecar 10.7 mi
22 min
£3–4

Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse by train and foot

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Distance: 9.8 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Wakefield Westgate, England and Pontefract Racecourse, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf hourly. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Racecourse via Kirkgate E, Pontefract Bus Station, and Park Side in around 1h 10m.

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