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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Pontefract
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€7
Fastest journey on Sep 18
30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
32 m
Trains on Sep 18
5
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.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 trains from Leeds to Pontefract, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 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 Fri, Sep 18 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.
9:29 AM0h34Leeds10:03 AMPontefract€61One-way0 transfers- 10:04 PM0h30Leeds10:34 PMPontefract€61One-way0 transfers
- 7:29 PM0h34Leeds8:03 PMPontefract€71One-way0 transfers
- 8:29 AM0h34Leeds9:03 AMPontefract€71One-way0 transfers
- 3:58 PM0h30Leeds4:28 PMPontefract€71One-way0 transfers
- 10:04 PM0h30Leeds10:34 PMPontefract€61One-way0 transfers
- 3:58 PM0h30Leeds4:28 PMPontefract€71One-way0 transfers
- 9:29 AM0h34Leeds10:03 AMPontefract€61One-way0 transfers
- 7:29 PM0h34Leeds8:03 PMPontefract€71One-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 an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, while a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€7 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Pontefract:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Pontefract costing on average €7.
Other travel options to Pontefract take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 3m.
Live departures
Leeds to Pontefract train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Pontefract trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89916 | On time 8:29 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 9:03 AM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86112 | On time 8:58 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 9:28 AM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89921 | On time 9:29 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 10:03 AM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86115 | On time 9:58 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 10:28 AM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89927 | On time 10:29 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 11:03 AM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86126 | On time 10:58 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 11:28 AM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89935 | On time 11:29 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 12:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86137 | On time 11:58 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 12:28 PM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89943 | On time 12:29 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 1:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86146 | On time 12:58 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 1:28 PM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89950 | On time 1:29 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 2:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86152 | On time 1:58 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 2:28 PM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89957 | On time 2:29 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 3:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86158 | On time 2:58 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 3:28 PM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89965 | On time 3:29 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 4:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86160 | On time 3:58 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 4:28 PM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89975 | On time 4:29 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 5:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86164 | On time 4:58 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 5:28 PM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89989 | On time 5:29 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 6:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86166 | On time 5:59 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h32 | 6:31 PM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89999 | On time 6:29 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h35 | 7:04 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86168 | On time 6:58 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 7:28 PM Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) | 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 | |
| G90018 | On time 8:29 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h34 | 9:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Pontefract
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds to Pontefract run on average 8 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 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 €6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 5:24 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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.
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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