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York to Pontefract Train prices and times

Planning a journey from York to Pontefract? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as IDR 293,750, with average prices for this route around IDR 489,582. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:22 1 hour 21 minutes, Changes required York	09:43 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
09:50 1 hour 8 minutes, Changes required York	10:58 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
11:00 46 minutes, Changes required York	11:46 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
11:48 1 hour 11 minutes, Changes required York	12:59 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
13:00 46 minutes, Changes required York	13:46 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
13:49 1 hour 9 minutes, Changes required York	14:58 Paris	Find Tickets

York to Pontefract Train Route Details

First train

08:22

Last train

22:01

Departure station

York

Arrival station

Pontefract

Journey time

46 minutes

Distance

34 km

Price

IDR 293,750*

Train operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from York to Pontefract

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 York to Pontefract can result in significant cost savings.

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 to save an average extra 30%

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 York 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from York to Pontefract more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

York 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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Trains from York to Pontefract from IDR 293,750

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York to Pontefract Train prices and times

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