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Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate, starting from DKK 17.7 and averaging DKK 36.29. The entire journey takes no more than 21m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
21:20 22m, Direct Pontefract Tanshelf	21:42 Wakefield Westgate		Find Tickets
22:34 8h 20m, Changes required Pontefract Monkhill	06:54 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate Train Route Details

First train

09:48

Last train

22:34

Departure station

Pontefract

Arrival station

Wakefield Westgate

Journey time

21m

Distance

14 km

Price

DKK 17.7*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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

Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate 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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Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate Train prices and times

Pontefract to Wakefield Westgate Train Route Details