The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Pontefract
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Pontefract is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Pontefract will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leeds for Pontefract on Tue, Jul 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest trains will take 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:58 AM0h30Leeds7:28 AMPontefract€61One-way0 transfers
8:29 AM0h34Leeds9:03 AMPontefract€71One-way0 transfers
6:58 AM0h30Leeds7:28 AMPontefract€61One-way0 transfers
8:29 AM0h34Leeds9:03 AMPontefract€71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Pontefract
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Pontefract among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€6 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leeds to Pontefract train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Pontefract trains for today, Monday, July 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89999 | Delayed 5:33 PM 6:29 PMLeeds station (LDS) | 0h35 | 6:06 PM 6:06 PMPontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G90007 | On time 7:29 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h35 | 8:04 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G86172 | On time 7:58 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 8:28 PM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, July 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:58 AM Leeds | 0h30 | 7:28 AM Pontefract | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:29 AM Leeds | 0h34 | 9:03 AM Pontefract | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leeds to Pontefract by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Pontefract
Trains from Leeds to Pontefract run on average 7 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 29m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 5:24 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Leeds to Pontefract trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Leeds and Pontefract from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Pontefract
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Pontefract by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontefract, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Pontefract
Most Leeds to Pontefract trains use the Leeds to Pontefract Monkhill station pair, with some services arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Pontefract train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Pontefract station do trains from Leeds arrive at?
Getting to Pontefract Monkhill from Pontefract city centre
Pontefract Monkhill train station facilities and services
Pontefract Monkhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontefract Monkhill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontefract Monkhill: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontefract Monkhill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontefract Monkhill: 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.
Getting to Pontefract Tanshelf from Pontefract city centre
Pontefract Tanshelf train station facilities and services
Pontefract Tanshelf has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontefract Tanshelf.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontefract Tanshelf: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontefract Tanshelf: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontefract Tanshelf: 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.
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