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The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontefract to Brighouse
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
31 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontefract to Brighouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontefract to Brighouse will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Pontefract for Brighouse every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:590h38
Pontefract Monkhill13:37Brighouse
£91One-way
0 changes
16:550h38
Pontefract Monkhill17:33Brighouse
£91One-way
0 changes
07:201h31
Pontefract Monkhill08:51Brighouse
£111One-way
1 change
08:181h33
Pontefract Monkhill09:51Brighouse
£111One-way
1 change
09:201h31
Pontefract Monkhill10:51Brighouse
£111One-way
1 change
12:590h38
Pontefract Monkhill13:37Brighouse
£91One-way
0 changes
16:550h38
Pontefract Monkhill17:33Brighouse
£91One-way
0 changes
17:451h11
Pontefract Monkhill18:56Brighouse
£131One-way
1 change
20:451h17
Pontefract Monkhill22:02Brighouse
£131One-way
1 change
23:161h24
Pontefract Monkhill00:40Brighouse
£271One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Pontefract to Brighouse
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontefract to Brighouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 31 km
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1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontefract to Brighouse
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Pontefract to Brighouse run on average 6 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 03:26 |
Last train 22:34 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, Northern Trains Limited from Pontefract to Brighouse trainsGrand Central Trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Pontefract and Brighouse from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Grand Central Trains
About
Grand Central Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the North East of England, Yorkshire and the East Midlands. Grand Central Trains offers a range of services, including express, semi-fast and stopping services. Express services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to three hours. Semi-fast services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to four hours. Stopping services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to five hours. Grand Central Trains offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Standard tickets are the most economical option, while First Class tickets offer more comfort and space. Advance tickets are available for purchase up to 12 weeks in advance and offer the best value for money. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Grand Central Trains are London to Bradford, London to Sunderland, London to York and London to Wakefield.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Grand Central Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus cafe bar on some services
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory, available for a small fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramp assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
£11
Northern Trains Limited frequency
15 a day
FAQs: Pontefract to Brighouse train
FAQs: Travel by train from Pontefract to Brighouse easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Pontefract to Brighouse.
The train distance from Pontefract to Brighouse is 31 km.
The train journey from Pontefract to Brighouse covers a distance of 31 km and takes approximately 38m. Trains run 6 per day.
Booking trains from Pontefract to Brighouse in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Pontefract to Brighouse leaves at 3:26.
The cost of a train ticket from Pontefract to Brighouse can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The last train from Pontefract to Brighouse departs at 22:34.
The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Brighouse is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train station in Pontefract that goes to Brighouse is Pontefract Monkhill (PFM), and it arrives at Brighouse station (BGH).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Pontefract to Brighouse.
Trains from Pontefract to Brighouse run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Pontefract and Brighouse. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Grand Central Trains, Grand Central Trains.
There is no night train service from Pontefract to Brighouse.
To get from Pontefract to Brighouse, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, you can take the train from Pontefract to Brighouse.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pontefract and Brighouse
Pontefract
Brighouse
The major train station for departures in Pontefract is Pontefract Monkhill. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pontefract Monkhill for your trip from Pontefract to Brighouse.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Pontefract Monkhill
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Mill Dam Lane outside the Railway Inn
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Pontefract Tanshelf
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Stuart Road by the HiQ Garage
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
The major train station for arrivals in Brighouse is Brighouse. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighouse for your journey to Brighouse from Pontefract.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Ramped access to both platforms via road bridge. Step free access from the car park to the station entrance
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Brighouse
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement will pick up/drop off on Railway Street opposite the Station entrance
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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