The average train between Holyhead and Pontefract takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead 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 every 2 hours between Holyhead and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 3m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Pontefract station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.
Holyhead to Pontefract train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Pontefract train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Book your Holyhead to Pontefract train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Holyhead and Pontefract is 223.6 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Valley Gardens A via Manchester Piccadilly, Wakefield Kirkgate, and Kirkgate A in around 5h 14m.