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Trains from Pontefract Stations to Leeds (LDS)

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38

train journeys
per day

12

miles (19 kms)

35 mins

fastest journey

05:59 / 00:06

first / last train

16

direct trains

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Pontefract Stations to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Pontefract Stations and Leeds , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Pontefract Stations to Leeds is approximately 12 miles (19 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 56 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Pontefract Stations and Leeds.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 35 mins.

Journeys from Pontefract Stations to Leeds Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:59
    54 mins 1 change
    06:53
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:59
    55 mins 1 change
    07:54
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    45 mins Direct
    08:19
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:36
    38 mins 1 change
    08:14
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Leeds
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:36
    43 mins Direct - overtaken train
    08:19
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Leeds
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    52 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    09:16
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    37 mins Direct
    09:25
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Leeds
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    54 mins 1 change
    09:53
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    36 mins Direct
    10:24
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Leeds
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:59
    56 mins 1 change
    10:55
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:48
    36 mins Direct
    11:24
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Leeds
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:59
    55 mins 1 change
    11:54
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:48
    36 mins Direct
    12:24
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Leeds
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:59
    56 mins 1 change
    12:55
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:48
    36 mins Direct
    13:24
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Leeds
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    44 mins 1 change
    13:44
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:48
    36 mins Direct
    14:24
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Leeds
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:59
    55 mins 1 change
    14:54
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Leeds
    Pontefract Monkhill to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:48
    36 mins Direct
    15:24
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Leeds
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Leeds

About Pontefract Stations Station

Station name Pontefract Stations (133)
Address Castleford station, Beancroft Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 5DN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Pontefract Stations and Leeds

The travel time between Pontefract Stations and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Pontefract Stations and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Pontefract Stations and Leeds typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Pontefract Stations and Leeds can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Pontefract Stations to Leeds

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Pontefract Stations and Leeds.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Pontefract Stations and Leeds, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.