Trains to Pontefract from Welwyn Garden City
| First train | 06:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:28 | |
| Departure station | Welwyn Garden City | |
| Arrival station | Pontefract | |
| Journey time | From 2h 26m | |
| Distance | 139 miles (223 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink |
How to travel from Welwyn Garden City to Pontefract by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Welwyn Garden City to Pontefract? Look no further.
You'll usually find 3 trains per day running between Welwyn Garden City and Pontefract, which usually take 3 hours 50 minutes to complete the 139 miles (223 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 26 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 Pontefract by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both London North Eastern Railway and Thameslink trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to Pontefract if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Pontefract? 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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1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
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5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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