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Wakefield to Pontefract Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Wakefield to Pontefract? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 14,53 BRL, with average prices for this route around 14,53 BRL. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:50 40 хв, Changes required Wakefield Kirkgate	07:30 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
07:02 28 хв, Changes required Wakefield Kirkgate	07:30 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
07:47 13 хв, Direct Wakefield Kirkgate	08:00 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
07:51 38 хв, Changes required Wakefield Kirkgate	08:29 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
08:03 26 хв, Changes required Wakefield Kirkgate	08:29 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
08:46 16 хв, Direct Wakefield Kirkgate	09:02 Paris	Find Tickets

Wakefield to Pontefract Train Route Details

First train

05:42

Last train

23:19

Departure station

Wakefield

Arrival station

Pontefract

Journey time

13 хв

Distance

14 km

Price

14,53 BRL*

Train operators

Northern, Grand Central, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Pontefract

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Wakefield to Pontefract. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Wakefield to Pontefract for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Wakefield to Pontefract, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Wakefield to Pontefract ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Wakefield to Pontefract train ticket types

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Wakefield to Pontefract Train prices and times

Wakefield to Pontefract Train Route Details