Derby to Pontefract train with East Midlands Railway

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Compare prices and tickets Derby to Pontefract by train

Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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East Midlands Railway as well as east_midlands_trains or Cross Country offer trains services from Derby to Pontefract.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Derby to Pontefract.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Derby to Pontefract

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Trains from Derby to Pontefract run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 41m.

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
86 km
Average train duration
1h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 41m
First train
6:18
Last train
21:33
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Best time to book
3 days
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

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Pontefract trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Pontefract from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£31
east_midlands_trains frequency
6 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Price
£61
Cross Country frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Derby to Pontefract train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Pontefract by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontefract, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to Pontefract can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £66.
The train journey from Derby to Pontefract covers a distance of 86 km and takes approximately 1h 41m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Derby to Pontefract is 86 km.
The first train from Derby to Pontefract leaves at 6:18.
The last train from Derby to Pontefract departs at 21:33.
Trains from Derby to Pontefract run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Derby to Pontefract.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to Pontefract.
To travel from Derby to Pontefract, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Derby to Pontefract.
The train station in Derby that goes to Pontefract is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at Pontefract Monkhill (PFM).
The cheapest way to get from Derby to Pontefract is by train, costing approximately £31.
Booking trains from Derby to Pontefract in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Derby to Pontefract offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the rolling countryside, small towns, and occasional glimpses of the River Trent, making it moderately scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Derby to Pontefract is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 41m and a distance of 86 km. The frequency is 5 per day for trains.
Two days are ideal to explore Pontefract, allowing time to visit Pontefract Castle, the local museum, and sample the famous Pontefract cakes at a leisurely pace.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Pontefract.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Pontefract

Most Derby to Pontefract trains use the Derby to Pontefract Tanshelf station pair, with some services arriving at Pontefract Monkhill. Use this guide to compare Derby and Pontefract train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Derby
Arrival train stations in Pontefract

Which Derby station do trains to Pontefract leave from?

Trains from Derby to Pontefract leave from Derby. The station is 1 km from Derby city centre at Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Derby from Derby city centre

Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus70A · 4m
Sky · 4m · £2 · every ~14 min
U1, Dp1 · 10m · £1 · every ~2 min

Derby train station facilities and services

Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Derby.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Derby.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Derby.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Derby: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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