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Pontefract to Cardiff trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Cardiff takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 17m
Duration
221 mi
Distance
£139
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Cheltenham

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5h 7m
£101–176

Pontefract to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Pontefract and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Westgate and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 221 mi
  • Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Cardiff Central via Wakefield Westgate and Cheltenham Spa in around 5h 7m.

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