The average train between Pontefract and Kent takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Kent. 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 Kent. 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 Kent at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Westgate and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 21m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Pontefract to Kent? 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 Kent. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate station and arriving at Ashford International station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Pontefract to Kent train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Pontefract to Kent train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.
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The distance between Pontefract and Kent is 304.3 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Lenham via Wakefield Westgate, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 25m.