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.
Trains run hourly between Pontefract and Chester. 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 Chester at 7:47 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.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Chester. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Chester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Pontefract to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Pontefract to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Pontefract to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Pontefract and Chester is 118.5 km. The road distance is 140 km.
You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Chester via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 25m.