Knottingley station
Hilltop
Knottingley
West Yorkshire
WF11 8ED
Knottingley Station can be found on Hilltop in Knottingley as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Knottingley Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Welcome to Knottingley Train Station, a quaint and functional transit point nestled in the heart of West Yorkshire. This station connects the bustling urban hubs of Yorkshire with serene country towns and everything in between. Whether you're commuting to the city or planning a weekend getaway, Knottingley serves as a strategic base for countless journeys.
Knottingley Station, while compact, provides essential facilities to ensure a smooth travel experience. Although there isn’t a ticket office, ticket machines are readily available, including accessible options on Platform 2, allowing passengers to collect tickets bought online with ease. Moreover, for those with hearing impairments, an induction loop is present to facilitate communication.
Despite its limited size, there’s reassuringly a CCTV presence, providing an added sense of safety. However, it's important to note that facilities like toilets, waiting rooms, and refreshment outlets are not available, which may require passengers to plan ahead before arriving at the station.
Accessibility at Knottingley station is a mixed bag. While Platform 2 is accessible without steps, Platform 1 requires using a stepped footbridge, which might be a hurdle for some passengers with mobility difficulties. If you require assistance, it's advised to book in advance through Passenger Assist, although assistance upon arrival can also be arranged using the help points available on-site.
The station's connectivity extends beyond rail, offering a variety of onward travel options. Rail replacement services pick up and drop off right at the station car park, facilitating smooth transitions even during service disruptions. For those seeking road transport options, taxis can be arranged through the Cab4You service. Additionally, there’s a nearby bus stop serving the local area, making it easier for travelers to reach their final destinations.
Knottingley Train Station is a gateway to numerous exciting locales. Take a train to the vibrant city of Leeds or hop over to York for a day steeped in rich history. If you fancy a bit more nature, journey to Glasshoughton for a taste of the countryside. For football aficionados, Huddersfield might just be the ticket, while culture vultures can relish the architectural gems of Bradford.
Not forgetting, Knottingley’s connectivity extends further afield with links to major cities like London King's Cross and Manchester Piccadilly, making it a versatile and strategic station for any traveler.
As you embark on your adventure, remember that Knottingley is more than just a point of departure. It's a community hub that, while it might be minimalistic in its offerings, stands as an important link in the broader Yorkshire rail network. Plan ahead, take advantage of the ticketing options and accessible services, and let Knottingley be your starting point to explore the beauty and diversity of the UK.
| Ticket Office | |
|---|---|
| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Knottingley, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from. |
| Ticket machines | Yes |
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine |
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes Platform 2 |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Smartcards | |
| Smartcards issued at this station | No |
| Smartcard validators | Yes |
| Information available from staff | If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Knottingley | ||
| Customer help points | Yes | ||
| Customer services notes | 08002006060 | ||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property |
None | ||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station.
Platform 1 has no step free access, access is via a stepped footbridge, although platform 2 is step free. To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes Platform 2 |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | Yes |
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Knottingley |
| Seating area | No |
| Wheelchairs available | No |
| Getting to and from the station | |
| Accessible taxis here | No |
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
| Accessible spaces | None |
| Accessible car park equipment | True None |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Knottingley |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
| Helpline | Assistance is provided by the conductor at this station, please wait on the platform for the train to arrive. We can also provide help when you travel, even if it has not been booked in advance. You can turn up at this station if it is accessible to you and request assistance onto a train from a member of staff directly, or by using a help point. Boarding ramps are carried on all of our trains. We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. |
| Toilets | No |
|---|---|
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Knottingley |
|---|---|
| Seating area | No |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operator | Northern | ||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 25 | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 0 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||||||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | No |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
|---|---|
| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 8 Within Car Park |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | Available Not available at this station. |
| Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station car park. |
| There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233 |
| WYPTE 0113 245 7676 |
| Available Not available at this station. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Leeds | Northern | 21:07 | 2 | On time |
| from Leeds | Northern | 21:52 | 2 | On time |