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Compare train for Pontefract to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontefract to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $24 (€20) compared to roughly $10 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$14 (-€11). The journey takes 52m versus 42m 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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How to get from Pontefract to York by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Pontefract to York is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
12:25 PM0h31Pontefract Baghill12:56 PMYork$101One-way0 transfers
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- 12:25 PM0h31Pontefract Baghill12:56 PMYork$101One-way0 transfers
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- 12:25 PM0h31Pontefract Baghill12:56 PMYork$101One-way0 transfers
Other options
- 8:14 AM0h35Pontefract Baghill8:49 AMYork$101One-way0 transfers
- 4:12 PM0h41Pontefract Baghill4:53 PMYork$101One-way0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Pontefract and York as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Pontefract Monkhill (PFM) and arrive in York station (YRK).
- Travel with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express to go to York by train.
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