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The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontefract to York
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
33 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontefract to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontefract to York will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Fast trains
To travel from Pontefract to York you need to make at least one change.
Y06457+
C2623008:181h24
Pontefract Monkhill (PFM)09:42York station (YRK)
£141One-way
1 change
Y06457+
C2364708:181h12
Pontefract Monkhill (PFM)09:30York station (YRK)
£161One-way
1 change
Y02027+C2622308:471h13
Pontefract Tanshelf (POT)10:00York station (YRK)
£181One-way
1 change
Y06513+C2365009:201h10
Pontefract Monkhill (PFM)10:30York station (YRK)
£201One-way
1 change
Y06513+C2365009:201h10
Pontefract Monkhill (PFM)10:30York station (YRK)
£201One-way
1 change
Y06457+C2364708:181h12
Pontefract Monkhill (PFM)09:30York station (YRK)
£161One-way
1 change
Y02027+C2622308:471h13
Pontefract Tanshelf (POT)10:00York station (YRK)
£181One-way
1 change
Y06457+C2623008:181h24
Pontefract Monkhill (PFM)09:42York station (YRK)
£141One-way
1 change
Live departures
Pontefract to York train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 04:18
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:19 Pontefract | 1h17 | 06:36 York | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontefract to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Pontefract to York run on average 5 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 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 33 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 02:05 |
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), Grand Central Trains from Pontefract to York trainsNorthern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Pontefract and York from £10. 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
34m
Cheapest Price
£7
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 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
Grand Central Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Price
£32
Grand Central Trains frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Pontefract to York train
FAQs: Travel by train from Pontefract to York 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 York.
The train distance from Pontefract to York is 33 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Pontefract and York. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The train journey from Pontefract to York covers a distance of 33 km and takes approximately 56m. Trains run 5 per day.
Booking trains from Pontefract to York in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Pontefract to York leaves at 2:05.
The cost of a train ticket from Pontefract to York can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The last train from Pontefract to York departs at 22:34.
Trains from Pontefract to York run approximately 5 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to York is by train, costing approximately £10.
The train station in Pontefract that goes to York is Pontefract Monkhill (PFM), and it arrives at York station (YRK).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Pontefract to York.
There is no night train service from Pontefract to York.
Yes, you can take the train from Pontefract to York.
To travel from Pontefract to York, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pontefract and York
Pontefract
York
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 York.
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
Pontefract Baghill
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. 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
Public transport options for Pontefract Baghill
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the Station Car Park adjacent to entrance in Station Lane.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
The major train station for arrivals in York is York. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York for your journey to York from Pontefract.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for York
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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