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Skipton to Pontefract train prices and times

Planning a journey from Skipton to Pontefract? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 68.12, with average prices for this route around SAR 68.12. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:44 1h 45m, 1 change Skipton	07:29 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
06:04 1h 55m, 3 change Skipton	07:59 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
07:01 1h 27m, 1 change Skipton	08:28 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
07:29 1h 33m, 1 change Skipton	09:02 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
08:04 1h 24m, 1 change Skipton	09:28 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
08:09 1h 54m, 1 change Skipton	10:03 Paris	Find Tickets

Skipton to Pontefract train route details

First train

05:44

Last train

22:49

Departure city

Skipton

Arrival city

Pontefract

Journey time

1h 22m

Distance

35 miles

Price

SAR 68.12*

Train Operators

Northern, Grand Central, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Skipton to Pontefract

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 Skipton to Pontefract can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Skipton to Pontefract, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Skipton to Pontefract 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 Skipton to Pontefract more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Skipton to Pontefract 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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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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