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Darlington to Pontefract Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Darlington to Pontefract? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 55.84, with average prices for this route around SAR 55.84. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:38 1h 52m, Changes required Darlington	07:30 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
06:40 1h 49m, Changes required Darlington	08:29 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
07:11 1h 51m, Changes required Darlington	09:02 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
07:38 1h 50m, Changes required Darlington	09:28 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
08:11 1h 52m, Changes required Darlington	10:03 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
08:41 1h 47m, Changes required Darlington	10:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Darlington to Pontefract Train Route Details

First train

05:38

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

Pontefract

Journey time

1h 17m

Distance

95 km

Price

SAR 55.84*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Pontefract

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Darlington to Pontefract can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Darlington to Pontefract, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Darlington to Pontefract ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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.

Darlington to Pontefract train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Darlington to Pontefract with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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

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