The average train between Pontefract and Windermere takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Pontefract to Windermere. 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 Windermere. The earliest departure is at 8:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Windermere at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Kirkgate and take an average of 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 8m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Pontefract to Windermere? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate station and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.
Pontefract to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Pontefract to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
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The distance between Pontefract and Windermere is 129.2 km. The road distance is 148 km.
You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Windermere via Wakefield Kirkgate, Manchester Piccadilly, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 52m.