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Chester to Pontefract trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Pontefract takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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.

3h 50m
Duration
107 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain train Chester - Leeds
3h 34m
£41–77

Chester to Pontefract train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 6:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 107 mi
  • Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Pontefract, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Chester to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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