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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse is to line 149 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Pontefract Racecourse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wakefield Bus Station station and arriving at Beechwood Avenue. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Pontefract Racecourse?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse?

The distance between Wakefield and Pontefract Racecourse is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.5 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £3 - £6.

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

The train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf takes 17 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse is to train which takes 35 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 149 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse is 10 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse.

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

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Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse - 6 ways to travel via train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelftrain Leeds - Knottingley
35 min
£3–6
Line 149 bus via Beechwood Avenue
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Beechwood Avenuebus 149 / ...
1h 6m
£1–3
Line 149 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkgate E to Pontefract Bus Stationbus 149 / ...
59 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecoursetaxi 10.4 mi
22 min
£24–29
Drive 10.4 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Pontefract Racecoursecar 10.4 mi
22 min
£3–4
Line 189 bus, line 141 bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Castleford Bus Stationbus 189 / ...
2. Take the bus from Castleford Bus Station to Park Sidebus 140 / ...
1h 11m
£2–3

Wakefield to Pontefract Racecourse by train and foot

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Distance: 8.9 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf hourly. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Kirkgate E to Pontefract Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 37 min.

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