How to get from Pontefract to Harrogate by bus and train?

From Pontefract to Harrogate by bus and train

To get from Pontefract to Harrogate you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 38 bus from Ackworth Rd Hardwick Road station to Fitzwilliam Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Leeds station to Harrogate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The bus and train schedule from Pontefract may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Harrogate on the Moovit app.

116min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3838
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Ackworth Rd Hardwick Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ackworth Rd Hardwick Road
    ID 45028777
    410 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Barnsley Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fitzwilliam Station
    ID 45017882
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Fitzwilliam
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeds
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 8
    Ride to train station Harrogate
    Ride to train station
    Harrogate
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Pontefract to Harrogate by bus and train via 239, NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Pontefract to Harrogate you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 239 bus from Ackworth Road Carleton Park Rd station to Pontefract Tanshelf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Leeds station to Harrogate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The bus and train schedule from Pontefract may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Harrogate on the Moovit app.

124min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 239239
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Ackworth Road Carleton Park Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ackworth Road Carleton Park Rd
    ID 45050595
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 239239
    Wait for bus
    239
    St Wilfrids Rc High School
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    ID 45018302
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    230 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeds
    38 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 8
    Ride to train station Harrogate
    Ride to train station
    Harrogate
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Pontefract to Harrogate

The distance between Pontefract and Harrogate is approximately 66.45 km, which can typically be travelled in 116 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Pontefract to Harrogate by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Harrogate – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Pontefract to Harrogate

To check the bus and train schedule from Pontefract to Harrogate using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Pontefract) and destination (Harrogate), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Pontefract to Harrogate by bus and train via 239, NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Pontefract to Harrogate you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 239 bus from Ackworth Road Carleton Park Rd station to Pontefract Tanshelf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Leeds station to Harrogate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The bus and train schedule from Pontefract may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Harrogate on the Moovit app.

124min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 239239
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Ackworth Road Carleton Park Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ackworth Road Carleton Park Rd
    ID 45050595
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 239239
    Wait for bus
    239
    St Wilfrids Rc High School
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    ID 45018302
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    230 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeds
    38 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 8
    Ride to train station Harrogate
    Ride to train station
    Harrogate
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract to Harrogate?

    The fastest way takes 116 minutes, using Bus line 38, Train line NORTHERN, Train line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Pontefract to Harrogate?

    The alternative route takes 124 minutes, using Bus line 239, Train line NORTHERN, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Harrogate?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 56 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Pontefract to Harrogate?

    The 38 bus line goes from Ackworth Rd Hardwick Road station near Pontefract in Yorkshire to Barnsley Town Centre station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Barnsley Town Centre station near Harrogate.

  • How long does it take to travel from Pontefract to Harrogate by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Pontefract and Harrogate by bus and train is about 1 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Pontefract to get to Harrogate?

    Get on the 38 bus from the Ackworth Rd Hardwick Road stop near Pontefract in Yorkshire.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Pontefract and Harrogate?

    Get off the bus at the Barnsley Town Centre station, which is closest to Harrogate.

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