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Pontefract to London Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Pontefract to London? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as KWD 6.300, with average prices for this route around KWD 10.130.

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

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Sun, Jun 22
From KWD 9.290
Mon, Jun 23
From KWD 9.290
Tue, Jun 24
From KWD 9.290
Wed, Jun 25
From KWD 9.290
Thu, Jun 26
From KWD 9.290
Fri, Jun 27
From KWD 6.300
Sat, Jun 28

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
09:48 Pontefract Tanshelf	12:27 London Kings Cross	2h 39m, Changes required	Find Tickets
11:19 Pontefract Tanshelf	13:57 London Kings Cross	2h 38m, Changes required	Find Tickets
13:20 Pontefract Tanshelf	16:16 London Kings Cross	2h 56m, Changes required	Find Tickets
15:19 Pontefract Tanshelf	17:56 London Kings Cross	2h 37m, Changes required	Find Tickets
15:19 Pontefract Tanshelf	18:27 London Kings Cross	3h 8m, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:26 Pontefract Tanshelf	20:06 Paris	2h 40m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Pontefract to London Train Route Details

First train

09:48

Last train

22:34

Departure station

Pontefract

Arrival station

London

Journey time

2h 37m

Distance

160 miles

Price

KWD 6.300*

Train operators

Northern, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontefract to London

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Pontefract and London on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Pontefract to London during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Pontefract to London Train Ticket Types

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

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Trains from Pontefract to London from KWD 6.300

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Pontefract to London Train prices and times

Pontefract to London Train Route Details