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The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontefract to Cross Gates
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
16 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontefract to Cross Gates is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontefract to Cross Gates will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Fast trains
To travel from Pontefract to Cross Gates you need to make at least one change.
07:351h27
Pontefract Tanshelf09:02Cross Gates
£101One-way
1 change
08:471h13
Pontefract Tanshelf10:00Cross Gates
£101One-way
1 change
09:471h13
Pontefract Tanshelf11:00Cross Gates
£101One-way
1 change
10:471h12
Pontefract Tanshelf11:59Cross Gates
£101One-way
1 change
11:471h13
Pontefract Tanshelf13:00Cross Gates
£101One-way
1 change
16:470h49
Pontefract Tanshelf17:36Cross Gates
£101One-way
1 change
21:021h00
Pontefract Tanshelf22:02Cross Gates
£141One-way
2 changes
10:471h12
Pontefract Tanshelf11:59Cross Gates
£101One-way
1 change
08:471h13
Pontefract Tanshelf10:00Cross Gates
£101One-way
1 change
09:471h13
Pontefract Tanshelf11:00Cross Gates
£101One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Pontefract to Cross Gates
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontefract to Cross Gates among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 16 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontefract to Cross Gates
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Pontefract to Cross Gates run on average 5 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 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 £5
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 22:21 |
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 £5
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Pontefract to Cross Gates trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Pontefract and Cross Gates from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£10
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Pontefract to Cross Gates train
FAQs: Travel by train from Pontefract to Cross Gates 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 Cross Gates.
The train distance from Pontefract to Cross Gates is 16 km.
To get from Pontefract to Cross Gates, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Pontefract to Cross Gates in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Pontefract to Cross Gates covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Pontefract to Cross Gates can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Cross Gates is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The first train from Pontefract to Cross Gates leaves at 5:25.
The train station in Pontefract that goes to Cross Gates is Pontefract Tanshelf (POT), and it arrives at Cross Gates station (CRG).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Pontefract to Cross Gates.
Yes, you can take the train from Pontefract to Cross Gates.
The last train from Pontefract to Cross Gates departs at 22:21.
Trains from Pontefract to Cross Gates run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Pontefract to Cross Gates.
There is no night train service from Pontefract to Cross Gates.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pontefract and Cross Gates
Pontefract
Cross Gates
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 Cross Gates.
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 Cross Gates is Cross Gates. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cross Gates for your journey to Cross Gates from Pontefract.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:02 - 14:15 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to platforms 1 and 2 is by ramps. Step free access from the car park to the station entrance
- 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: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cross Gates
- Onward travel information: Bus Line 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop on Station Rd adjacent to M & S (towards York) & pick up / drop off at the bus stop opposite the Arndale Centre (towards Leeds).
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
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