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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Wales takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Pontefract to Wales. 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 38m
Duration
44 mi
Distance
£17
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain train Knottingley - Leeds / ...
  2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Kiveton Bridgetrain train Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
2h 18m
£15–27

Pontefract to Wales train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Pontefract and Wales. 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 Wales at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited8h 59m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Wales? 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 Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 44.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Kiveton Bridge via Wakefield Kirkgate in around 2h 18m.

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