The average train between Pontefract and Plymouth takes 6h 39m and the fastest train takes 5h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Pontefract to Plymouth. 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 every 3 hours between Pontefract and Plymouth. 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 Plymouth at 11:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Plymouth station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.
Pontefract to Plymouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Pontefract to Plymouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Pontefract to Plymouth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Pontefract and Plymouth is 416.7 km. The road distance is 530 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Plymouth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £170–250 and the journey takes 5h 21m.