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It takes an average of 1h 13m to travel from Pontefract to Dewsbury by train, over a distance of around 13 miles (21 km). There are normally 59 trains per day travelling from Pontefract to Dewsbury and tickets for this journey start from £4 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:34 | |
| Departure station | Pontefract | |
| Arrival station | Dewsbury | |
| Journey time | From 40m | |
| Distance | 13 miles (21 km) | |
| Frequency | 59 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £4 | |
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How to travel from Pontefract to Dewsbury by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Pontefract to Dewsbury? Look no further.
You'll usually find 59 trains per day running between Pontefract and Dewsbury, which usually take 1 hour 13 minutes to complete the 13 miles (21 km) journey. It can take as little as 40 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Dewsbury by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. TransPennine Express trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Dewsbury.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Pontefract to Dewsbury start from £4.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Dewsbury? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Pontefract to Dewsbury?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.