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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lancaster to Pontefract

Composite routes from Lancaster to Pontefract

Cheapest
1 h 39 min
Car
156 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Arriva Yorkshire

Phone:
+44 344 800 4411
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/yorkshire/
Bus from Bus Stn to Stuart
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.67–$5.19

The Keighley Bus Company

Phone:
01535 603 284
Email:
Website:
transdevbus.co.uk/the-keighley-bus-company/
Bus from Dalton Lane Keighley College to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.30–$6.08

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Lancaster to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$48.10
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$41.77

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$21.52
Train from Leeds to Pontefract
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.29–$4.30
Train from Lancaster to Keighley
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Pontefract is to train which costs $16.30 - $22.83 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Pontefract is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $30.43 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Stuart Road A via Charlotte Street, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Pontefract?

The distance between Lancaster and Pontefract is 142 km. The road distance is 156.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $16.30 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Lancaster to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Pontefract bus from?

Lancaster to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lancaster station.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Pontefract train from?

Lancaster to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Pontefract is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $16.30 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs $33.70 - $48.91 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Lancaster to Pontefract bus arrive?

Lancaster to Pontefract bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester, Coach Station.

What is the time difference between Lancaster and Pontefract?

It is currently 09:27 at both, Lancaster and Pontefract.

Where does the Lancaster to Pontefract train arrive?

Lancaster to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Pontefract is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Lancaster to Pontefract.

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

Book your Lancaster to Pontefract train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1375+ hotels available in Pontefract. Prices start at $47.21 per night.
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