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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontefract to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontefract to Manchester will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 trains that leave Pontefract for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontefract to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 65 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Pontefract to Manchester trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:54 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h14 | 9:08 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:42 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h55 | 9:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h50 | 10:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h47 | 11:49 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h50 | 11:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:03 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h46 | 12:49 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h50 | 12:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h47 | 13:49 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h50 | 13:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h47 | 14:49 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h50 | 14:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h47 | 15:49 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h50 | 15:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h47 | 16:49 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h50 | 16:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h08 | 17:10 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h52 | 17:39 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h08 | 18:10 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h52 | 18:39 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h08 | 19:10 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h50 | 19:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h08 | 20:10 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h50 | 20:37 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:03 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h46 | 21:49 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h52 | 21:39 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:03 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h55 | 22:58 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:47 Pontefract Tanshelf | 1h53 | 22:40 Manchester | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h18 | 23:20 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:54 Pontefract Tanshelf | 2h44 | 1:38 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:54 Pontefract Tanshelf | 6h11 | 5:05 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Trains from Pontefract to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 65 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:16 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
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Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
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A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontefract to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pontefract to Manchester trains use the Pontefract Monkhill to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Pontefract and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Pontefract Monkhill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pontefract Monkhill: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Pontefract Monkhill: Bike Parking.
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.
Pontefract Tanshelf has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pontefract Tanshelf.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pontefract Tanshelf: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Pontefract Tanshelf: Bike Parking.
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.
Pontefract Baghill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pontefract Baghill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pontefract Baghill: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Pontefract Baghill: Bike Parking.
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.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, 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: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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