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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Pontefract
Cheapest price
$175
Average price
$262
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Pontefract is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Pontefract will cost around $262 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $175.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Pontefract without transferring at least once.
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11:00 AM3h05Edinburgh2:05 PMPontefract Baghill$1751One-way1 transfer- 3:00 PM2h59Edinburgh5:59 PMPontefract Baghill$1751One-way1 transfer
9:06 PM11h56Edinburgh9:02 AMPontefract Tanshelf$2201One-way2 transfers- 6:30 PM4h28Edinburgh10:58 PMPontefract Tanshelf$2681One-way2 transfers
- 8:30 PM9h29Edinburgh5:59 AMPontefract Tanshelf$2681One-way2 transfers
- 3:00 PM2h59Edinburgh5:59 PMPontefract Baghill$1751One-way1 transfer
- 11:00 AM3h05Edinburgh2:05 PMPontefract Baghill$1751One-way1 transfer
9:08 AM3h50Edinburgh12:58 PMPontefract Tanshelf$2971One-way1 transfer- 11:07 AM3h51Edinburgh2:58 PMPontefract Tanshelf$2971One-way1 transfer
- 1:05 PM3h53Edinburgh4:58 PMPontefract Tanshelf$2971One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Pontefract
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Pontefract among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $175.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$268 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Pontefract:
A bus is $227 (€185) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Pontefract costing on average $268 (€220).
Other travel options to Pontefract take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 20m.
Tickets start at around $268 (€220) compared to roughly $72 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-196.21 (€-160.59). The journey takes 4h 18m versus 4h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Pontefract
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Pontefract run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $175 (€143) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $175 (€143) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 7:47 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Pontefract trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Pontefract from $39 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Pontefract
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Pontefract
Most Edinburgh to Pontefract trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Pontefract Monkhill station pair, with some services arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Pontefract train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Pontefract station do trains from Edinburgh 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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