The average train between Pontefract and Nottingham takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract to Nottingham. 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 Nottingham. The earliest departure is at 7:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Nottingham at 9:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Nottingham station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.
Pontefract to Nottingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Pontefract to Nottingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Nottingham station.
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The distance between Pontefract and Nottingham is 82.7 km. The road distance is 121 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 34m.