| First train | 06:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:02 | |
| Departure station | Braintree Freeport | |
| Arrival station | Pontefract Monkhill | |
| Journey time | From 3h 54m | |
| Distance | 149 miles (239 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Grand Central Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway |
Thinking about taking the train from Braintree Freeport to Pontefract Monkhill? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 32 minutes to travel the 149 miles (239 km) from Braintree Freeport to Pontefract Monkhill by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with London North Eastern Railway or Greater Anglia, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Braintree Freeport to Pontefract Monkhill in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Pontefract Monkhill by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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