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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax to Pontefract
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Take a train from Halifax to Pontefract and enjoy the approximately 35 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:21.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 22:21 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, Northern Rail from Halifax to Pontefract trainsGrand Central Trains, Northern Rail trains will get you between Halifax and Pontefract. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Halifax to Pontefract train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Halifax and Pontefract
Most Halifax to Pontefract trains use the Halifax to Pontefract Monkhill station pair, with some services arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf. Use this guide to compare Halifax and Pontefract train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Halifax station do trains to Pontefract leave from?
Getting to Halifax from Halifax city centre
Halifax train station facilities and services
Halifax has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Halifax.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Halifax.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Halifax: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Halifax: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halifax: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Pontefract station do trains from Halifax arrive at?
Getting to Pontefract Monkhill from Pontefract city centre
Pontefract Monkhill train station facilities and services
Pontefract Monkhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontefract Monkhill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontefract Monkhill: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontefract Monkhill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontefract Monkhill: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Station is unstaffed. No step-free access to platform2, which is via stepped footbridge. There is level access from the station entrance to platform 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Pontefract Tanshelf from Pontefract city centre
Pontefract Tanshelf train station facilities and services
Pontefract Tanshelf has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontefract Tanshelf.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontefract Tanshelf: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontefract Tanshelf: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontefract Tanshelf: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the ramped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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