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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Gloucester takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Gloucester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 1m
Duration
165 mi
Distance
£81
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Pontefract to Gloucester train times

Trains run hourly between Pontefract and Gloucester. 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 Gloucester at 9:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Westgate and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)10h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 24m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 24m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 25m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Gloucester? 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 Gloucester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 165.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 1m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 22m.

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