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Holyhead to Pontefract trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Pontefract takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead 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.

6h 23m
Duration
172 mi
Distance
£66
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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5h 14m
£54–89

Holyhead to Pontefract train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Holyhead and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited19h 33m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 3m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 3m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 3m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 3m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 3m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 172.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Pontefract, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Valley Gardens A via Manchester Piccadilly, Wakefield Kirkgate, and Kirkgate A in around 5h 14m.

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