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Trains from Melksham (MKM) to Pontefract Stations

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8

train journeys
per day

163

miles (263 kms)

4hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

07:21 / 23:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Melksham (MKM) to Pontefract Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Melksham and Pontefract Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Melksham to Pontefract Stations is approximately 163 miles (263 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 25 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Melksham and Pontefract Stations .

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Melksham to Pontefract Monkhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Melksham to Pontefract Stations Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:21
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:24
    Melksham
    Pontefract Baghill
    Melksham to Pontefract Baghill
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:02
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:58
    Melksham
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Melksham to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:02
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    16:24
    Melksham
    Pontefract Baghill
    Melksham to Pontefract Baghill
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:33
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:54
    Melksham
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Melksham to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:34
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    20:02
    Melksham
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Melksham to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:40
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    22:02
    Melksham
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Melksham to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:39
    6 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    23:26
    Melksham
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Melksham to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:56
    12 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Melksham
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Melksham to Pontefract Tanshelf

About Melksham Station

Station name Melksham (MKM)
Address Melksham station, Station Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8BN
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Pontefract Stations Station

Station name Pontefract Stations (133)
Address Pontefract Baghill station, Station Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 1RB
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Melksham and Pontefract Stations

The travel time between Melksham and Pontefract Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Melksham and Pontefract Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:05.

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Amenities on trains between Melksham and Pontefract Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Melksham & Pontefract Stations . owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Melksham and Pontefract Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Melksham and Pontefract Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.