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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Luton takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Luton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 48m
Duration
214 mi
Distance
£92
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Pontefract to Luton train times

Trains run hourly between Pontefract and Luton. 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 Luton at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Westgate and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink3h 45m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink9h 17m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 22m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Luton? 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 Luton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 214.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Luton via Wakefield Westgate, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 23m.

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