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Outbound fromBournemouth to Pontefract by train
It takes an average of 7h 33m to travel from Bournemouth to Pontefract by train, over a distance of around 206 miles (332 km). There are normally 3 trains per day travelling from Bournemouth to Pontefract and tickets for this journey start from £85.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:45 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Pontefract | |
| Journey time | From 6h 4m | |
| Distance | 206 miles (332 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £85.20 | |
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Travelling from Bournemouth to Pontefract by train
Looking to travel from Bournemouth to Pontefract by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours 33 minutes to travel from Bournemouth to Pontefract by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 4 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 206 miles (332 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Pontefract, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to get to Pontefract – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Bournemouth to Pontefract in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £85.20.
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Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Pontefract
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bournemouth to Pontefract is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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