The average train between Essex and Pontefract takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Essex and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essex 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.
No, there is no direct train from Essex to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Pontefract station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
Essex to Pontefract train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Pontefract train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
Book your Essex to Pontefract train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essex and Pontefract is 242.8 km. The road distance is 366 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Pontefract Tanshelf via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Wakefield Westgate in around 4h 25m.