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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Cambridge takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is at least one train per day from Pontefract to Cambridge. 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 23m
Duration
141 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Pontefract to Cambridge train times

Trains run once daily between Pontefract and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 11:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 4:40 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 7:04 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsCross Country2h 22m • 1 change
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    Grand Central TrainsCross Country2h 23m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsCross Country2h 23m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsCross Country2h 23m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsCross Country2h 23m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsCross Country2h 23m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsCross Country2h 23m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Cambridge? 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.

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  • Distance: 140.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Monkhill to Cambridge via Peterborough in around 2h 50m.

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