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

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17

train journeys
per day

7

miles (12 kms)

22 mins

fastest journey

05:59 / 23:22

first / last train

16

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Pontefract Tanshelf and Wakefield Westgate , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate is approximately 7 miles (12 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 26 mins.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Pontefract Tanshelf and Wakefield Westgate.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate. The fastest journey time on this route takes 22 mins.

Journeys from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:59
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    27 mins Direct
    08:02
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:47
    22 mins Direct
    09:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:47
    22 mins Direct
    10:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    10:47
    22 mins Direct
    11:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    22 mins Direct
    12:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    12:47
    22 mins Direct
    13:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    13:47
    22 mins Direct
    14:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    22 mins Direct
    15:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    15:47
    22 mins Direct
    16:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    16:47
    23 mins Direct
    17:10
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    17:47
    22 mins Direct
    18:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    18:47
    22 mins Direct
    19:09
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    19:47
    24 mins Direct
    20:11
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    20:47
    24 mins Direct
    21:11
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    21:52
    24 mins Direct
    22:16
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    24 mins Direct
    23:22
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Westgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Pontefract Tanshelf and Wakefield Westgate

The travel time between Pontefract Tanshelf and Wakefield Westgate by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Pontefract Tanshelf and Wakefield Westgate vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:22.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield Westgate

CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Pontefract Tanshelf and Wakefield Westgate.

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