Buses to Pontefract
from Wakefield
The journey to Pontefract from Wakefield takes just 28 minutes.
Buses operate daily with up to 81 services per day. Depending on the day of travel, the first bus departs Wakefield at 05:05.
Arriva Yorkshire schedule
Arriva Yorkshire operates between Wakefield and Pontefract 7 days per week.
| Service days | Daily |
|---|---|
| Services per day | up to 81 |
| Shortest trip | 28 minutes |
| First departure | 05:05 |
| Last departure | 22:30 |
Your questions answered
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Is there a daily bus service between Wakefield and Pontefract?
Yes, buses operate daily from Wakefield to Pontefract, departing as early as 05:05.
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How long is the bus trip from Wakefield to Pontefract?
The fastest bus to Pontefract from Wakefield takes 28 minutes. Check the trip duration when booking, as the slowest bus takes 1 hour 25 minutes longer.
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How do I buy tickets for travel to Pontefract from Wakefield?
It's not yet possible to buy tickets for this trip directly from ByBus but we're working on it!
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Which bus companies operate between Wakefield and Pontefract?
Arriva Yorkshire run buses to Pontefract from Wakefield.
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What time is the earliest bus from Wakefield to Pontefract?
The first bus to Pontefract from Wakefield leaves at 05:05. The journey takes 28 minutes.
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When is the last bus to Pontefract from Wakefield?
The last bus leaves Wakefield at 22:30, arriving into Pontefract at 23:04. Get there in plenty of time so you don't miss it.
Onward travel from Pontefract
| Bus to | Days | Shortest trip | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsley |
| 1 hour 17 minutes | 12 miles |
| Batley |
| 58 minutes | 13 miles |
| Byram |
| 8 minutes | 3.1 miles |
| Great Houghton |
| 48 minutes | 9.6 miles |
| Leeds |
| 59 minutes | 12 miles |
| Selby |
| 1 hour 4 minutes | 12 miles |
| Wakefield |
| 26 minutes | 7.6 miles |