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Bedford to Pontefract Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bedford to Pontefract? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 52,35 EUR, with average prices for this route around 107,79 EUR. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
09:30 3 tuntia 58 minuuttia, Changes required Bedford	13:28 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
09:41 3 tuntia 17 minuuttia, Changes required Bedford	12:58 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
09:56 4 tuntia 7 minuuttia, Changes required Bedford	14:03 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
10:10 3 tuntia 53 minuuttia, Changes required Bedford	14:03 Pontefract Tanshelf	Find Tickets
10:26 4 tuntia 2 minuuttia, Changes required Bedford	14:28 Pontefract Monkhill	Find Tickets
11:10 3 tuntia 52 minuuttia, Changes required Bedford	15:02 Paris	Find Tickets

Bedford to Pontefract Train Route Details

First train

01:01

Last train

21:56

Departure station

Bedford

Arrival station

Pontefract

Journey time

3 tuntia 2 minuuttia

Distance

182 km

Price

52,35 EUR*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Thameslink

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

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bedford to Pontefract, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bedford to Pontefract ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Bedford to Pontefract more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bedford to Pontefract train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Bedford to Pontefract Train prices and times

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