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Trains from Handforth (HTH) to Pontefract Stations

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20

train journeys
per day

44

miles (71 kms)

2hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Handforth (HTH) to Pontefract Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Handforth and Pontefract Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Handforth to Pontefract Stations is approximately 44 miles (71 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 49 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Handforth and Pontefract Stations .

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Handforth to Pontefract Stations Today

  • Mon 13th May
    06:15
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Handforth
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Handforth to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 13th May
    07:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    08:16
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:28
    Handforth
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Handforth to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 13th May
    08:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    09:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    10:39
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    12:58
    Handforth
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Handforth to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 13th May
    11:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    12:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    13:39
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    15:51
    Handforth
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Handforth to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 13th May
    14:16
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    16:28
    Handforth
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Handforth to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 13th May
    14:39
    2 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    16:54
    Handforth
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Handforth to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 13th May
    15:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    18:02
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    16:16
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    18:30
    Handforth
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Handforth to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 13th May
    16:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    19:02
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    17:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    20:02
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    18:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    19:15
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    22:34
    Handforth
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Handforth to Pontefract Monkhill
  • Mon 13th May
    21:16
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    23:27
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    22:16
    7 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Handforth
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Handforth to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 13th May
    23:50
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    06:01
    Handforth
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Handforth to Pontefract Monkhill

About Handforth Station

Station name Handforth (HTH)
Address Handforth station, Station Road, Handforth, Cheshire, SK9 3AB
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 13:00
Saturday 07:30 - 14:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Pontefract Stations Station

Station name Pontefract Stations (133)
Address Pontefract Monkhill station, Monkhill Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 2NX
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 Handforth and Pontefract Stations

The travel time between Handforth and Pontefract Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Handforth and Pontefract Stations 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 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

Amenities on trains between Handforth 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 Handforth & Pontefract Stations . owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Handforth and Pontefract Stations .

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