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Pontefract to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Pontefract to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 117.52, with average prices for this route around QAR 147.17.

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

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:19
Pontefract Monkhill
08:20
Manchester Victoria
2h 1m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine Express
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06:19
Pontefract Monkhill
08:32
Manchester Victoria
2h 13m, Changes requiredNorthern
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07:20
Pontefract Monkhill
09:18
Manchester Victoria
1h 58m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine Express
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07:20
Pontefract Monkhill
09:32
Manchester Victoria
2h 12m, Changes requiredNorthern
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07:35
Pontefract Tanshelf
09:49
Manchester Victoria
2h 14m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine Express
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08:18
Pontefract Monkhill
10:17
Paris
1h 59m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine Express
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Pontefract to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:19
Last train
Last train
23:16
Departure station
Departure station
Pontefract
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
1h 21m
Distance
Distance
66 km
Price
Price
QAR 117.52*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Grand Central, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontefract to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Pontefract to Manchester 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

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Pontefract to Manchester 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%

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 Pontefract to Manchester, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Pontefract to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Pontefract to Manchester 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.