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Barnsley to Pontefract Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Barnsley to Pontefract? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 10.26, with average prices for this route around SAR 10.26.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:58 55m, Changes required Barnsley	06:53 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
06:30 1h, Changes required Barnsley	07:30 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
06:40 50m, Changes required Barnsley	07:30 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
07:05 55m, Changes required Barnsley	08:00 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
07:32 57m, Changes required Barnsley	08:29 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
07:40 49m, Changes required Barnsley	08:29 Paris	Find Tickets

Barnsley to Pontefract Train Route Details

First train

05:58

Last train

23:46

Departure station

Barnsley

Arrival station

Pontefract

Journey time

37m

Distance

20 km

Price

SAR 10.26*

Train operators

Northern, Grand Central, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Barnsley 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 Barnsley to Pontefract can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Barnsley 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Barnsley to Pontefract, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 Barnsley to Pontefract 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 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.

Barnsley 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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Barnsley to Pontefract Train prices and times

Barnsley to Pontefract Train Route Details