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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Bolton takes 2h 45m 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 45m
Duration
58 mi
Distance
£20
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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 5:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Kirkgate and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited8h 2m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 20m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Bolton? 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 Pontefract to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 58 mi
  • Duration: 2h 45m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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