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Pontefract to Elsecar Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Pontefract to Elsecar? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$4.20, with average prices for this route around AU$4.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
20:47 1h 22m, Changes required Pontefract Tanshelf	22:09 Elsecar	Find Tickets
21:20 1h 11m, Changes required Pontefract Monkhill	22:31 Elsecar	Find Tickets
22:21 1h 9m, Changes required Pontefract Monkhill	23:30 Elsecar	Find Tickets
22:58 1h 3m, Changes required Pontefract Tanshelf	00:01 +1 Elsecar	Find Tickets
23:16 7h 38m, Changes required Pontefract Monkhill	06:54 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Pontefract to Elsecar Train Route Details

First train

06:19

Last train

23:16

Departure station

Pontefract

Arrival station

Elsecar

Journey time

56m

Distance

23 km

Price

AU$4.20*

Train operators

Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontefract to Elsecar

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Pontefract to Elsecar 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 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 Elsecar, 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 Elsecar ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Pontefract to Elsecar more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Pontefract to Elsecar train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Pontefract to Elsecar Train prices and times

Pontefract to Elsecar Train Route Details