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Pontefract, Great Britain → Wakefield, Great Britain

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Two ways to Travel from Pontefract to Wakefield

Composite routes from Pontefract to Wakefield

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15 min
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14 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.70–$7.59

Bus operators

Arriva Yorkshire

Phone:
+44 344 800 4411
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/yorkshire/
Bus from Valley Gardens B to Kirkgate
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.78–$3.92

Yorkshire Travel Group

Phone:
0113 246 4914
Email:
Website:
yorkshirebuses.co.uk/
Bus from Valley Gardens B to Kirkgate
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield is to bus which costs $2.39 - $3.37 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $28.26 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Valley Gardens B and arriving at Kirkgate H. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Pontefract to Wakefield?

The distance between Pontefract and Wakefield is 13 km. The road distance is 15.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs $4.89 - $6.52 .

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

The train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Kirkgate takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Wakefield bus from?

Pontefract to Wakefield bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Valley Gardens B station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Wakefield is to train which takes 18 min and costs $4.89 - $6.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.39 - $3.37 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Pontefract to Wakefield bus arrive?

Pontefract to Wakefield bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Kirkgate H station.

Where does the Pontefract to Wakefield train arrive?

Pontefract to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Wakefield is 15 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Pontefract to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 1717+ hotels available in Wakefield. Prices start at $45.63 per night.
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