The average train between Pontefract and Birmingham Airport (BHX) takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Birmingham Airport (BHX). 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 hourly between Pontefract and Birmingham Airport (BHX). The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Birmingham Airport (BHX) at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Westgate and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Birmingham Airport (BHX)? 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 Pontefract to Birmingham Airport (BHX). However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHX) station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Pontefract to Birmingham Airport (BHX) train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Pontefract to Birmingham Airport (BHX) train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
The distance between Pontefract and Birmingham Airport (BHX) is 140.5 km. The road distance is 196 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 39m.