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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Chester takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Chester. 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 24m
Duration
87 mi
Distance
£33
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain train York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 28m
£27–48

Pontefract to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Pontefract and Chester. 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 Chester at 6:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Kirkgate and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Chester? 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 Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 86.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Chester via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 28m.

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