The average train between Pontefract and Exeter takes 5h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Pontefract to Exeter. 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 3 hours between Pontefract and Exeter. 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 Exeter at 10:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.
Pontefract to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Pontefract to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Pontefract to Exeter train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Pontefract and Exeter is 362.8 km. The road distance is 447 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 23m.