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Pontefract Museum
Town museum beside the castle with displays on local history, everyday life and Pontefract’s past. A practical first stop for understanding the area.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Pontefract
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 07 Sept
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
1 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
1 h 3 m
Buses on 07 Sept
34
Distance
19 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Pontefract is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Pontefract will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Fast coaches
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 34 buses from Leeds to Pontefract, including 34 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:111h03Leeds6:14Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes- 5:411h03Leeds6:44Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes
- 6:111h03Leeds7:14Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes
- 6:411h03Leeds7:44Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes
- 7:011h03Leeds8:04Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes
- 5:111h03Leeds6:14Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes
- 5:411h03Leeds6:44Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes
- 6:111h03Leeds7:14Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes
- 6:411h03Leeds7:44Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes
- 7:011h03Leeds8:04Stuart Road A£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Pontefract
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Pontefract among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 19 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Pontefract is a coach with an average price of £4.
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Pontefract:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Pontefract costing on average £6.
The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Pontefract is by train with an average journey time of 33m.
Other travel options to Pontefract take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 3m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Pontefract including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 1h 3m versus 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Arriva UK.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Leeds to Pontefract bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Pontefract coaches for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:42 Leeds | 1h02 | 22:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:42 Leeds | 1h02 | 23:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
| 5:11 Leeds | 1h03 | 6:14 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:41 Leeds | 1h03 | 6:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:11 Leeds | 1h03 | 7:14 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:41 Leeds | 1h03 | 7:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:01 Leeds | 1h03 | 8:04 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:21 Leeds | 1h03 | 8:24 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:41 Leeds | 1h03 | 8:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:56 Leeds | 1h03 | 8:59 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:11 Leeds | 1h03 | 9:14 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:26 Leeds | 1h03 | 9:29 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:41 Leeds | 1h03 | 9:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:56 Leeds | 1h03 | 9:59 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:11 Leeds | 1h03 | 10:14 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:26 Leeds | 1h03 | 10:29 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:41 Leeds | 1h03 | 10:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:56 Leeds | 1h03 | 10:59 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:11 Leeds | 1h03 | 11:14 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:26 Leeds | 1h03 | 11:29 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:41 Leeds | 1h03 | 11:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:56 Leeds | 1h03 | 11:59 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:11 Leeds | 1h03 | 12:14 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:26 Leeds | 1h03 | 12:29 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:41 Leeds | 1h03 | 12:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:56 Leeds | 1h03 | 12:59 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:11 Leeds | 1h03 | 13:14 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:26 Leeds | 1h03 | 13:29 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:41 Leeds | 1h03 | 13:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:56 Leeds | 1h03 | 13:59 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:11 Leeds | 1h03 | 14:14 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:26 Leeds | 1h03 | 14:29 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:41 Leeds | 1h03 | 14:44 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:56 Leeds | 1h03 | 14:59 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:11 Leeds | 1h03 | 15:14 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:26 Leeds | 1h03 | 15:29 Stuart Road A | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Pontefract
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Buses from Leeds to Pontefract run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 07:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 19 km distance in 1h 2m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 19 km |
Average bus duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 2m |
First bus 7:20 |
Last bus 23:35 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Arriva UK from Leeds to PontefractYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Pontefract with Arriva UK for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Arriva UK
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Arriva UK Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Arriva UK Price
£4
Arriva UK frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Pontefract
Things to do in Pontefract
Discover the best of Pontefract — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pontefract trip today.
- Recommended
Pontefract Castle Visitor Centre
Castle visitor exhibition interpreting the site’s royal, military and prison history. A compact museum-style stop that adds context to the ruins outside.
The Harte
Volunteer-run heritage centre covering the district’s coal mining story through machinery, artefacts and personal memories. An informative local favourite.
- Recommended
Ropergate
Central pedestrian-friendly shopping street with historic buildings and easy access to major sights. A useful area for getting a feel for the town centre.
- Recommended
Market Place
Traditional market area lined with historic frontages and civic buildings. Worth a stroll for the town’s layout, atmosphere and regular market activity.
- Recommended
Pontefract Park
Open parkland around the racecourse with paths and broad views. Suitable for a longer walk and for seeing a different side of Pontefract.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Pontefract Cakes
Soft liquorice sweets made with liquorice root and sugar. Pontefract is famous for these historic lozenge-style cakes first produced here in the 18th century.
Yorkshire Beef Stew
A robust Yorkshire stew of beef, root vegetables and gravy, slowly cooked for comfort in colder months. A classic local pub and home dish across West Yorkshire.
Meat and Potato Pie
Minced beef and onion in shortcrust pastry, commonly sold by Yorkshire bakers. It is a staple savoury snack in the region and popular for lunch.
Tulsi Indian Restaurant
Established Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and familiar favourites in a comfortable town-centre setting.
The Red Lion
Traditional pub in Pontefract known for classic British meals, cask ales and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Kyte Hotel Restaurant
Stylish restaurant and bar in nearby Darrington serving modern British dishes, steaks and cocktails in smart surroundings.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, while hotel prices are usually lower than in major cities such as London or York.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Leeds to Pontefract coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Pontefract by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontefract, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Leeds to Pontefract can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to Pontefract is £4; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Leeds to Pontefract is 1h 2m to travel the 19 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Leeds to Pontefract leaves at 7:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leeds to Pontefract leaves at 23:35.
There are 2 coaches a day from Leeds to Pontefract which require at least one change with Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Leeds to Pontefract, you can count on Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Pontefract. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leeds and Pontefract and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Pontefract from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 2m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Pontefract including taking a train and coach.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Pontefract.
No, the coach from Leeds to Pontefract has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leeds to Pontefract.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Leeds to Pontefract.
No, luggage for the coach from Leeds to Pontefract needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Leeds to Pontefract.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leeds to Pontefract.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to Pontefract.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Leeds to Pontefract.
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