The average train between Walsall and Pontefract takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Walsall 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 Walsall and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Walsall is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 9:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Walsall 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 Walsall to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Walsall station and arriving at Pontefract station via Wakefield Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Walsall to Pontefract train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Walsall to Pontefract train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
Book your Walsall to Pontefract train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Walsall and Pontefract is 130.9 km. The road distance is 197 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 43m.