Peterborough to Pontefract by train

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Overview: trains from Peterborough to Pontefract

Find the key information for travelling by train from Peterborough to Pontefract, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:42 View journey
Last train 22:53 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 31m View journey
Distance (km) 143
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey AU$77.58 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 24m
Train operators 7

Explore Peterborough to Pontefract by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Peterborough to Pontefract aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Peterborough and Pontefract: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$77.58, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Peterborough to Pontefract

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Peterborough to Pontefract:

  • 06:42 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:28 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:43 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:53 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 36 minutes from Peterborough toward Pontefract.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 28 trains serving this route each day.

How long is the train journey from Peterborough to Pontefract?

This journey covers a total of 143 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 31 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Peterborough and Pontefract?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Peterborough and Pontefract 2 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Peterborough to Pontefract

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Pontefract city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Peterborough to Pontefract

Want to know more about your journey from Peterborough to Pontefract? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Peterborough and Pontefract covers 143 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.