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Chester to Pontefract trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Pontefract takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Pontefract. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 43m
Duration
100 mi
Distance
£39
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Chester to Newton-le-Willowstrain train
  2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Leedstrain train
  3. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain train
3h 26m
£31–61

Chester to Pontefract train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:52 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton-le-Willows and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Pontefract? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 100.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Pontefract, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Pontefract Tanshelf via Newton-le-Willows and Leeds in around 3h 26m.

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