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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and London takes 2h 2m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Pontefract to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 2m
Duration
172 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Pontefract to London train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Pontefract and London. The earliest departure is at 8:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 4:42 PM which arrives into London at 6:46 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 57m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 3m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 1m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 1m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 2h 1m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 2h 1m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to London? 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 London.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 171.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 2m

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

Grand Central Trains operates a train from Pontefract Monkhill to King's Cross 3 times a day. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

Operators