- Distance: 21.1 mi
- Duration: 31 min
The average train between York and Pontefract takes 31 min and the fastest train takes 30 min. The train service runs several times per day from York 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 3 times a day between York and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 8:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 5:28 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 5:59 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 31 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from York station and arriving at Pontefract station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 31 min.
York to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from York station.
York to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Pontefract Baghill station.
Book your York to Pontefract train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between York and Pontefract is 33.3 km. The road distance is 34 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from York to Pontefract Baghill 3 times a day. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 32 min.
