The average train between Wrexham and Pontefract takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Wrexham 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 Wrexham and Pontefract. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Wrexham is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Pontefract at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 59m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Wrexham 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 Wrexham to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Wrexham to Pontefract train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Wrexham to Pontefract train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.
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The distance between Wrexham and Pontefract is 132.4 km. The road distance is 161 km.
You can take a train from Wrexham General to Pontefract Tanshelf via Chester, Manchester Piccadilly, and Wakefield Kirkgate in around 4h 22m.