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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Darlington to Pontefract, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Darlington to Pontefract train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Darlington to Pontefract, starting from PHP 845.47 and averaging PHP 1,977.42. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 17m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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08:37
1h 51m, No direct
Darlington
10:28
Pontefract Monkhill
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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09:11
1h 51m, No direct
Darlington
11:02
Pontefract Tanshelf
CrossCountryNorthern
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09:36
1h 53m, No direct
Darlington
11:29
Pontefract Monkhill
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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10:10
1h 53m, No direct
Darlington
12:03
Pontefract Tanshelf
CrossCountryNorthern
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10:36
1h 52m, No direct
Darlington
12:28
Pontefract Monkhill
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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11:11
1h 51m, No direct
Darlington
13:02
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CrossCountryNorthern
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Darlington to Pontefract train route details

First train
First train
05:13
Last train
Last train
23:22
Departure station
Departure station
Darlington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Pontefract
Journey time
Journey time
1h 17m
Distance
Distance
95 km
Price
Price
PHP 845.47*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Pontefract

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Darlington to Pontefract. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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

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%

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.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Darlington to Pontefract more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darlington to Pontefract 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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