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Wakefield to Pontefract Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wakefield to Pontefract? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $5.48, with average prices for this route around $5.70.

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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05:42
Wakefield Kirkgate
05:58
Pontefract Tanshelf
16m, DirectNorthern
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06:37
Wakefield Kirkgate
06:53
Pontefract Tanshelf
16m, DirectNorthern
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07:03
Wakefield Kirkgate
07:30
Pontefract Monkhill
27m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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07:47
Wakefield Kirkgate
08:00
Pontefract Monkhill
13m, DirectGrand Central
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08:03
Wakefield Kirkgate
08:29
Pontefract Monkhill
26m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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08:46
Wakefield Kirkgate
09:02
Paris
16m, DirectNorthern
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Wakefield to Pontefract Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:42
Last train
Last train
23:19
Departure station
Departure station
Wakefield
Arrival station
Arrival station
Pontefract
Journey time
Journey time
13m
Distance
Distance
14 km
Price
Price
$5.48*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Grand Central, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Pontefract

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wakefield to Pontefract can result in significant cost savings.
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 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Wakefield to Pontefract, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Wakefield to Pontefract 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Wakefield to Pontefract more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wakefield to Pontefract Train Ticket Types

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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%.