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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Bolton takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Bolton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 46m
Duration
58 mi
Distance
£25
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain train York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 37m
£19–38

Pontefract to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Pontefract and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Bolton at 8:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Kirkgate and take an average of 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 58 mi
  • Duration: 2h 46m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £13–24 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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