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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontefract to Leeds
Cheapest price on Oct 05
€6
Average ticket price on Oct 05
€9
Fastest journey on Oct 05
37 m
Average journey duration on Oct 05
37 m
Trains on Oct 05
32
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontefract to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontefract to Leeds will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Mon, Oct 05, we found 32 trains from Pontefract to Leeds, including 14 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 05 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Mon, Oct 05 the slowest trains will take 37 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.
7:42 AM0h42Pontefract Tanshelf8:24 AMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers- 8:47 AM0h37Pontefract Tanshelf9:24 AMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers
- 9:47 AM0h37Pontefract Tanshelf10:24 AMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers
- 10:47 AM0h37Pontefract Tanshelf11:24 AMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers
- 11:47 AM0h37Pontefract Tanshelf12:24 PMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers
- 8:47 AM0h37Pontefract Tanshelf9:24 AMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers
- 9:47 AM0h37Pontefract Tanshelf10:24 AMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers
- 10:47 AM0h37Pontefract Tanshelf11:24 AMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers
- 11:47 AM0h37Pontefract Tanshelf12:24 PMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers
- 12:47 PM0h37Pontefract Tanshelf1:24 PMLeeds€61One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontefract to Leeds
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Trains from Pontefract to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
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 33m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 5:24 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Pontefract to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Pontefract to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 6:51 AM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 6:54 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h58 | 7:52 AM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 7:42 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h42 | 8:24 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:47 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 9:24 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:02 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 9:53 AM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 9:47 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 10:24 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:03 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h50 | 10:53 AM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 10:47 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 11:24 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:02 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 11:53 AM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 11:47 AM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 12:24 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:02 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 12:53 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 12:47 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 1:24 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:02 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 1:53 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 1:47 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 2:24 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:02 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 2:53 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 2:47 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 3:24 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:02 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 3:53 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 3:47 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 4:24 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:02 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 4:53 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 4:47 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 5:24 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:02 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 5:53 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 5:47 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 6:24 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:02 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h51 | 6:53 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 6:47 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 7:24 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h50 | 7:53 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 7:47 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h37 | 8:24 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:03 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h50 | 8:53 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
| 8:47 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h43 | 9:30 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:02 PM Pontefract Tanshelf | 0h52 | 9:54 PM Leeds | 1 transfer | |
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Pontefract to Leeds
Most Pontefract to Leeds trains use the Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Pontefract and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Pontefract station do trains to Leeds leave from?
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.
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.
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