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Trip Overview

The average train between Middlesbrough and Pontefract takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Middlesbrough 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 7m
Duration
94 mi
Distance
£33
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Middlesbrough to Pontefract train times

Trains run hourly between Middlesbrough and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 48m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Middlesbrough 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.

Map of how to get from Middlesbrough to Pontefract.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 94.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Pontefract Tanshelf via Leeds in around 2h 48m.

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