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Darlington to Pontefract train prices and times

Looking to travel from Darlington to Pontefract? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 55.68, with average prices for this route around SAR 125.14.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
09:36 1h 53m, No direct Darlington	11:29 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
10:10 1h 53m, No direct Darlington	12:03 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
10:36 1h 52m, No direct Darlington	12:28 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
11:11 1h 51m, No direct Darlington	13:02 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
11:35 1h 53m, No direct Darlington	13:28 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
12:11 1h 52m, No direct Darlington	14:03 Paris	Find Tickets

Darlington to Pontefract train route details

First train

05:13

Last train

23:22

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

Pontefract

Journey time

1h 17m

Distance

95 km

Price

SAR 55.68*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Pontefract

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) 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.

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%

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%

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!

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

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 Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Darlington to Pontefract from SAR 55.68

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