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Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AED 18.20, with average prices for this route around AED 18.20.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:09 1h 26m, Changes required Castleford	07:35 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
08:20 27m, Changes required Castleford	08:47 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
09:19 28m, Changes required Castleford	09:47 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
10:18 29m, Changes required Castleford	10:47 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
11:20 27m, Changes required Castleford	11:47 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
12:18 29m, Changes required Castleford	12:47 Paris	Find Tickets

Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf Train Route Details

First train

06:09

Last train

22:26

Departure station

Castleford

Arrival station

Pontefract Tanshelf

Journey time

27m

Distance

5 km

Price

AED 18.20*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

Trains from Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf from AED 18.20

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Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf Train prices and times

Castleford to Pontefract Tanshelf Train Route Details