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Pontefract to Stoke-on-Trent trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Stoke-on-Trent takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Stoke-on-Trent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 16m
Duration
84 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Pontefract to Stoke-on-Trent train times

Trains run hourly between Pontefract and Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Stoke-on-Trent at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Kirkgate and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast3h 2m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 23m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Stoke-on-Trent? 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 Stoke-on-Trent.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 84.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Stoke-on-Trent, England?

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Stoke-on-Trent via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 50m.

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