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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontefract to London
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontefract to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontefract to London will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 4 trains that leave Pontefract for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 256 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
10:402h05Pontefract12:45London£211One-way0 changes- 11:402h05Pontefract13:45London£401One-way0 changes
- 16:402h04Pontefract18:44London£461One-way0 changes
9:472h37Pontefract12:24London£521One-way0 changes
- 16:402h04Pontefract18:44London£461One-way0 changes
- 11:402h05Pontefract13:45London£401One-way0 changes
- 10:402h05Pontefract12:45London£211One-way0 changes
- 9:472h37Pontefract12:24London£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Pontefract to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontefract to London 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £79.
Distance: 256 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £188 Average Price |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pontefract to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Pontefract to London trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C02120+ G89941 | Delayed 13:23 13:47Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 2h35 | 16:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C02026+G89948 | Delayed 14:22 14:47Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 2h34 | 17:21 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C02108+G89955 | Delayed 15:22 15:47Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 2h35 | 18:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| Y14821 | On time 16:40 Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 2h04 | 18:44 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02054+G89962 | Delayed 16:22 16:47Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 2h35 | 19:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C02079+G89971 | Delayed 17:23 17:47Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 2h34 | 20:21 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C02100+G89982 | Delayed 18:22 18:47Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 2h35 | 21:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontefract to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Pontefract to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway from Pontefract to London trainsGrand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Pontefract and London from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Pontefract to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontefract to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pontefract and London
Most Pontefract to London trains use the Pontefract Monkhill to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Pontefract and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Pontefract station do trains to London 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.
Getting to Pontefract Baghill from Pontefract city centre
Pontefract Baghill train station facilities and services
Pontefract Baghill 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 Baghill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontefract Baghill: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontefract Baghill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontefract Baghill: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Station is unstaffed. There is a step free ramped subway to both platforms. So therefore no problems for disabled or wheelchair bound passengers to gain access onto the platforms. Step free access from car park to station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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