The average train between Perth and Pontefract takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth 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 3 times a day between Perth and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 8:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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10h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Pontefract station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Perth to Pontefract train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Pontefract train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at York station.
Book your Perth to Pontefract train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Perth and Pontefract is 329.6 km. The road distance is 450 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Pontefract Baghill via Edinburgh Waverley and York in around 5h 32m.