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From London St Pancras International to Pontefract, take the fastest train in 2h 9m, typically 2h 41m. Daily, 24 trains depart from London St Pancras International, with the first at 06:22 and the last at 23:35. During Off-Peak times starting at 09:30 on weekdays, enjoy a quieter space with fewer people. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. We save you time, effort, and money.
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17:52 London St Pancras International | 21:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | On time | 3h 10m | LNER | Find tickets | |
18:02 London St Pancras International | 21:31 Pontefract Monkhill | On time | 3h 29m | East Midlands Railway | Find tickets | |
19:22 London St Pancras International | 22:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | On time | 2h 40m | LNER | Find tickets | |
19:37 London St Pancras International | 22:02 Pontefract Tanshelf | On time | 2h 25m | Grand Central | Find tickets | |
20:22 London St Pancras International | 23:26 Pontefract Tanshelf | On time | 3h 4m | LNER | Find tickets |
Plan your journey from London St Pancras International to Pontefract with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
The train journey from London St Pancras International to Pontefract combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from London St Pancras International, you can get to Pontefract in just 2h 9m, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.
The fastest train journey time from London St Pancras International to Pontefract is 2h 9m . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, there are no direct trains from London St Pancras International to Pontefract. However, you can still find the best train options using the TrainPal Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to see all available train services and plan your trip
London St Pancras International to Pontefract trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
Usually, you need to arrive at a station at least 15-20 minutes ahead of time. However, consider the station's size and your familiarity with it. If the station is large and you are not familiar with it, leaving home as early as possible is the best choice. This can reduce your stress and ensure a relaxing journey.
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