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Pontefract to Rotherham train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Pontefract to Rotherham, starting from £12.60 and averaging £13.20. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 16m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:19 Pontefract Monkhill	08:19 Rotherham Central	2h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:35 Pontefract Tanshelf	09:46 Rotherham Central	2h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:02 Pontefract Monkhill	09:18 Rotherham Central	1h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:02 Pontefract Monkhill	09:58 Rotherham Central	1h 56m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:47 Pontefract Tanshelf	10:44 Rotherham Central	1h 57m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:53 Pontefract Monkhill	10:17 Paris	1h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Pontefract to Rotherham train route details

First train

06:19

Last train

23:16

Departure station

Pontefract

Arrival station

Rotherham

Journey time

1h 16m

Distance

19 miles

Price

£12.60*

Train Operators

Northern, Grand Central, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontefract to Rotherham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Pontefract to Rotherham can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Pontefract to Rotherham 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%

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 Rotherham, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Pontefract to Rotherham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Pontefract to Rotherham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Pontefract to Rotherham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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