First train | 05:24 | |
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Last train | 00:02 | |
Departure station | New Pudsey | |
Arrival station | Pontefract | |
Journey time | From 50m | |
Distance | 17 miles (27 km) | |
Frequency | 70 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
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Thinking about taking the train from New Pudsey to Pontefract? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 49 minutes to travel the 17 miles (27 km) from New Pudsey to Pontefract by train, although you can get there in as little as 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 70 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Book train tickets from New Pudsey to Pontefract in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Pontefract by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between New Pudsey and Pontefract is 1 hour and 49 minutes, with around 70 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from New Pudsey to Pontefract is 50 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from New Pudsey to Pontefract. Travelling from New Pudsey to Pontefract by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from New Pudsey to Pontefract leaves at 05:24. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from New Pudsey to Pontefract leaves at 00:02. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from New Pudsey to Pontefract cover a distance of around 17 miles (27 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Pontefract to New Pudsey.
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