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Essex to Pontefract trains

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The average train between Essex and Pontefract takes 4h 29m 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.

4h 29m
Duration
228 mi
Distance
£98
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from White Notley to London Liverpool Streettrain train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
  2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain train London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 25m
£79–123

Essex to Pontefract train times

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 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 11m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Essex to Pontefract.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 227.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 29m

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

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.

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