The average train between Congleton and Pontefract takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Congleton 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 hourly between Congleton and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Congleton is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 12:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Congleton 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 Congleton to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Congleton station and arriving at Pontefract station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Congleton to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Congleton station.
Congleton to Pontefract train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Book your Congleton to Pontefract train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Congleton and Pontefract is 83.7 km. The road distance is 117 km.
You can take a train from Congleton to Pontefract Tanshelf via Manchester Piccadilly and Wakefield Kirkgate in around 3h 27m.