Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Pontefract travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pontefract

With a population of 28,620, Pontefract is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Pontefract to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Pontefract

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Spread at Darrington (Estcourt Road, Darrington) and Henry VIII's Bar and Brasserie (Wakefield Road) are great picks.

When to visit Pontefract

Pontefract in March
Estimated hotel price
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pontefract in March
Estimated hotel price
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Pontefract

Plane

Although Pontefract doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 19 miles from Pontefract. The shortest domestic flight to Pontefract departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Pontefract, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Pontefract to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 2 miles from the city centre, Pontefract Featherstone is the busiest station in Pontefract. Another popular train station is Pontefract Moorthorpe, located 7 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Pontefract is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 159 miles from Pontefract. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pontefract, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Pontefract takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

Although Pontefract doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 19 miles from Pontefract. The shortest domestic flight to Pontefract departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Pontefract, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Pontefract to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 2 miles from the city centre, Pontefract Featherstone is the busiest station in Pontefract. Another popular train station is Pontefract Moorthorpe, located 7 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Pontefract is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 159 miles from Pontefract. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pontefract, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Pontefract takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Pontefract

EMANottingham East Midlands
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Pontefract

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pontefract

Average rates range from around £78 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £82 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pontefract

Most booked hotels in Pontefract

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The Grange
4 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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Wentbridge House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£136+
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Rogerthorpe Manor Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Wheldale Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£34+
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Kings Croft Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Darrington by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£58+
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Hiring a car in Pontefract

Hiring a car in Pontefract costs £34 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Pontefract (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Pontefract is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Pontefract costs £34 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Pontefract (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Pontefract is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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