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The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontefract to Harrogate
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
36 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontefract to Harrogate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontefract to Harrogate will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
To travel from Pontefract to Harrogate you need to make at least one change.
07:351h28
Pontefract Tanshelf09:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
08:471h16
Pontefract Tanshelf10:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
09:471h16
Pontefract Tanshelf11:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
10:471h16
Pontefract Tanshelf12:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
11:471h16
Pontefract Tanshelf13:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
08:471h16
Pontefract Tanshelf10:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
09:471h16
Pontefract Tanshelf11:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
10:471h16
Pontefract Tanshelf12:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
11:471h16
Pontefract Tanshelf13:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
12:471h16
Pontefract Tanshelf14:03Harrogate
£121One-way
1 change
Live departures
Pontefract to Harrogate train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 07:35
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:53 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h42 | 08:35 Harrogate | 2 changes | |
| 07:35 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h28 | 09:03 Harrogate | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontefract to Harrogate
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Pontefract to Harrogate run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
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 36 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 05:59 |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Pontefract to Harrogate trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Pontefract and Harrogate from £12. 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 33m
Cheapest Price
£14
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 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
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£12
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Pontefract to Harrogate train
FAQs: Travel by train from Pontefract to Harrogate 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 Harrogate.
To get from Pontefract to Harrogate, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Pontefract to Harrogate in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Pontefract to Harrogate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Harrogate is by train, costing approximately £12.
The train station in Pontefract that goes to Harrogate is Pontefract Monkhill (PFM), and it arrives at Harrogate station (HGT).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Pontefract to Harrogate.
Yes, you can take the train from Pontefract to Harrogate.
The train distance from Pontefract to Harrogate is 36 km.
The train journey from Pontefract to Harrogate covers a distance of 36 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Pontefract to Harrogate leaves at 5:59.
The last train from Pontefract to Harrogate departs at 22:34.
Trains from Pontefract to Harrogate run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Pontefract to Harrogate.
There is no night train service from Pontefract to Harrogate.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pontefract and Harrogate
Pontefract
Harrogate
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 Harrogate.
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 Harrogate is Harrogate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harrogate for your journey to Harrogate from Pontefract.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 19:00 Sunday 09:15 - 18:00 part time opening hours
Shopping
- Type of shops available: shopping precinct and real ale pub adjacent to station platforms.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Lifts between platforms are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Disabled user friendly
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Harrogate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park
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