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Trip Overview

The average train between South Elmsall and Pontefract takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 41 min. There is a train service every few hours from South Elmsall to Pontefract. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 38m
Duration
20 mi
Distance
£7
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

South Elmsall to Pontefract train times

Trains run hourly between South Elmsall and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 7:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Elmsall is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited41 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 10m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited49 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 24m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from South Elmsall to Pontefract? 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 South Elmsall to Pontefract.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 20.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between South Elmsall, England and Pontefract, England?

You can take a train from South Elmsall to Pontefract Tanshelf via Wakefield Westgate in around 1h 21m.

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