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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Birmingham takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 50m
Duration
113 mi
Distance
£58
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Pontefract to Birmingham train times

Trains run hourly between Pontefract and Birmingham. 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 at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 15m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Birmingham? 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 Pontefract to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 113.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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