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Trains from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Pontefract Tanshelf (POT)

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20

train journeys
per day

7

miles (12 kms)

20 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 00:11

first / last train

17

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Pontefract Tanshelf (POT)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Tanshelf , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf is approximately 7 miles (12 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 41 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Tanshelf.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf. The fastest journey time on this route takes 20 mins.

Journeys from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:37
    21 mins Direct
    05:58
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:32
    21 mins Direct
    06:53
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:35
    1 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    08:47
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:42
    20 mins Direct
    09:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:43
    20 mins Direct
    10:03
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:42
    20 mins Direct
    11:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:52
    55 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:42
    20 mins Direct
    12:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:42
    20 mins Direct
    13:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:42
    21 mins Direct
    14:03
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:42
    20 mins Direct
    15:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:42
    20 mins Direct
    16:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:42
    20 mins Direct
    17:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:42
    20 mins Direct
    18:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:42
    20 mins Direct
    19:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:42
    20 mins Direct
    20:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:42
    20 mins Direct
    21:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:42
    20 mins Direct
    22:02
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:04
    23 mins Direct
    23:27
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:55
    6 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    05:58
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf

About Wakefield Westgate Station

Station name Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
Address Wakefield Westgate station, Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Pontefract Tanshelf Station

Station name Pontefract Tanshelf (POT)
Address Pontefract Tanshelf station, Park Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4QA
Managed by NT

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Tanshelf

The travel time between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Tanshelf by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Tanshelf vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

First class tickets on trains between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Tanshelf typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Wakefield Westgate to Pontefract Tanshelf

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Wakefield Westgate and Pontefract Tanshelf.

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