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Compare coach and train for Pontefract to Knottingley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontefract to Knottingley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 4 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
36m Average total duration Fastest 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pontefract to Knottingley:
A coach is £0.90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pontefract to Knottingley costing on average £4.
Other travel options to Knottingley take longer:
Coach takes on average 17m.
Compare prices and tickets Pontefract to Knottingley by coach or train
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Why should you book Pontefract to Knottingley trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Pontefract to Knottingley.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Pontefract to Knottingley.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Pontefract to Knottingley.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontefract to Knottingley
Trains from Pontefract to Knottingley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 4 km distance in 7m.
Distance 4 km |
Average train duration 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 6:01 |
Last train 23:26 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Pontefract to Knottingley trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Pontefract and Knottingley from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Pontefract to Knottingley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontefract to Knottingley 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 Knottingley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pontefract and Knottingley
Most Pontefract to Knottingley trains use the Pontefract Monkhill to Knottingley station pair. Use this guide to compare Pontefract and Knottingley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Pontefract station do trains to Knottingley leave from?
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.
Which Knottingley station do trains from Pontefract arrive at?
Getting to Knottingley from Knottingley city centre
Knottingley train station facilities and services
Knottingley has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Knottingley.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Knottingley.
Most popular train connections from Pontefract
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