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Trains from Pontefract Stations to Sandbach (SDB)

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15

train journeys
per day

58

miles (93 kms)

2hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

06:19 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Pontefract Stations to Sandbach (SDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Pontefract Stations and Sandbach , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Pontefract Stations to Sandbach is approximately 58 miles (93 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 24 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Pontefract Baghill to Sandbach. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Pontefract Stations to Sandbach Today

  • Mon 13th May
    06:19
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:51
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Monkhill to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    08:02
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Monkhill to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    08:47
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    09:47
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    12:32
    Pontefract Baghill
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Baghill to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    10:47
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:51
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    11:47
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    12:47
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    15:51
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    13:47
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:32
    Pontefract Baghill
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Baghill to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    14:47
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:51
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    15:52
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:51
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Monkhill to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    16:55
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:51
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Monkhill to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    17:47
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:51
    Pontefract Baghill
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Baghill to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    18:47
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    20:47
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    01:36
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Sandbach
  • Mon 13th May
    23:16
    6 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    06:15
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Sandbach
    Pontefract Monkhill to Sandbach

About Pontefract Stations Station

Station name Pontefract Stations (133)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

About Sandbach Station

Station name Sandbach (SDB)
Address Sandbach station, Station Road, Sandbach, Cheshire, CW11 3JG
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 13:00
Saturday 07:25 - 13:50
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Pontefract Stations and Sandbach

The travel time between Pontefract Stations and Sandbach by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Pontefract Stations and Sandbach vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Pontefract Stations & Sandbach. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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