The average train between Pontefract and Morpeth takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Morpeth. 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 Morpeth. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 8:47 PM which arrives into Morpeth at 5:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Morpeth? 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 Morpeth. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Morpeth station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Pontefract to Morpeth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Tanshelf station.
Pontefract to Morpeth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Pontefract to Morpeth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Cross Country.
The distance between Pontefract and Morpeth is 166 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Morpeth via Leeds and Newcastle in around 3h 10m.