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Clitheroe to Pontefract trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Clitheroe and Pontefract takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Clitheroe 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.

4h 13m
Duration
78 mi
Distance
£30
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Blackburn to Leedstrain train Blackpool North - York / ...
  2. Take the train from Leeds to Pontefract Tanshelftrain train Leeds - Knottingley
3h 46m
£26–48

Clitheroe to Pontefract train times

Trains run hourly between Clitheroe and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clitheroe is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 9:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Blackburn and take an average of 4h 13m. 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 Clitheroe 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.

Map of how to get from Clitheroe to Pontefract.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 78.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Clitheroe to Pontefract Tanshelf via Blackburn and Leeds in around 3h 46m.

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