The average train between Pontefract and Edinburgh takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Edinburgh. 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 every 2 hours between Pontefract and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 9:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 22m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Pontefract to Edinburgh? 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 Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Pontefract to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Pontefract to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Pontefract to Edinburgh train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Pontefract and Edinburgh is 278.8 km. The road distance is 397 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once a week.