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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Darlington to Pontefract, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Darlington to Pontefract Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Darlington to Pontefract, starting from DKK 92.56 and averaging DKK 96.25. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 17 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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05:13
2 hours 17 minutes, Changes required
Darlington
07:30
Pontefract Monkhill
LNERTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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06:37
1 hour 52 minutes, Changes required
Darlington
08:29
Pontefract Monkhill
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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07:11
1 hour 51 minutes, Changes required
Darlington
09:02
Pontefract Tanshelf
CrossCountryNorthern
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07:21
2 hours 7 minutes, Changes required
Darlington
09:28
Pontefract Monkhill
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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07:32
1 hour 56 minutes, Changes required
Darlington
09:28
Pontefract Monkhill
LNERNorthern
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08:11
1 hour 52 minutes, Changes required
Darlington
10:03
Paris
CrossCountryNorthern
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Darlington to Pontefract Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:13
Last train
Last train
21:33
Departure station
Departure station
Darlington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Pontefract
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 17 minutes
Distance
Distance
95 km
Price
Price
DKK 92.56*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Pontefract

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Darlington to Pontefract can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Darlington to Pontefract, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Darlington to Pontefract ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Darlington to Pontefract more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darlington to Pontefract train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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