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Pontefract to Wakefield Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Pontefract to Wakefield? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $5.77, with average prices for this route around $5.77. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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18:21
Pontefract Monkhill
19:02
Wakefield Kirkgate
41m, Changes requiredNorthern
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18:47
Pontefract Tanshelf
19:05
Wakefield Kirkgate
18m, DirectNorthern
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19:21
Pontefract Monkhill
20:03
Wakefield Kirkgate
42m, Changes requiredNorthern
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19:47
Pontefract Tanshelf
20:06
Wakefield Kirkgate
19m, DirectNorthern
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20:19
Pontefract Monkhill
21:02
Wakefield Kirkgate
43m, Changes requiredNorthern
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20:47
Pontefract Tanshelf
21:05
Paris
18m, DirectNorthern
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Pontefract to Wakefield Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:19
Last train
Last train
22:54
Departure station
Departure station
Pontefract
Arrival station
Arrival station
Wakefield
Journey time
Journey time
16m
Distance
Distance
9 miles
Price
Price
$5.77*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Grand Central, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontefract to Wakefield

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Pontefract to Wakefield 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 Wakefield 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 Wakefield, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Pontefract to Wakefield ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
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 Pontefract to Wakefield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Pontefract to Wakefield 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%.