The average train between Whitby and Pontefract takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitby 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.
Trains run 5 times a day between Whitby and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 7:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitby is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 12:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Middlesbrough and take an average of 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Whitby 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.
No, there is no direct train from Whitby to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Whitby station and arriving at Pontefract station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.
Whitby to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whitby station.
Whitby to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Whitby to Pontefract train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Whitby and Pontefract is 99.5 km. The road distance is 206 km.
You can take a train from Whitby to Pontefract Tanshelf via Middlesbrough and Leeds in around 5h 6m.