The average train between Rhyl and Pontefract takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Rhyl to Pontefract. 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 Rhyl and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhyl is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rhyl to Pontefract? 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 Rhyl to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Rhyl station and arriving at Pontefract station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Rhyl to Pontefract train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.
Rhyl to Pontefract train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Rhyl to Pontefract train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Rhyl and Pontefract is 149.9 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Rhyl to Pontefract Tanshelf via Chester and Leeds in around 5h 3m.