Trains from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf from £3.90*

Trains from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf from £3.90*

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Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £3.90, with average prices for this route around £3.90.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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05:42
Wakefield Kirkgate
05:58
Pontefract Tanshelf
16m, DirectNorthern
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06:37
Wakefield Kirkgate
06:53
Pontefract Tanshelf
16m, DirectNorthern
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07:47
Wakefield Kirkgate
08:47
Pontefract Tanshelf
1h 0m, No directGrand CentralNorthern
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08:03
Wakefield Kirkgate
08:47
Pontefract Tanshelf
44m, No directTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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08:46
Wakefield Kirkgate
09:02
Pontefract Tanshelf
16m, DirectNorthern
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08:56
Wakefield Kirkgate
09:47
Paris
51m, No directGrand CentralNorthern
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Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf train route details

The Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf train ticket is £3.90. The average travel time is 16m, covering a distance of approximately 8 miles. There are usually 34 daily trains provided by Northern,Grand Central,TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:42
Last train
Last train
23:09
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
16m
Distance
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8 miles
Price
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£3.90*

Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf train travel guide

Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf train travel guide

Arriving in Pontefract Tanshelf

Starting from a minimum of 16m, you can reach Pontefract Tanshelf from Wakefield Kirkgate, with an average of 34 trains per day.

Book the cheap train tickets from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf

Let's save unnecessary costs when travelling from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer group save options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Travelling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak time usually starts at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, off-peak time typically begins at 09:00.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How to make your journey from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.