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Trains from Pontefract Stations to Whaley Bridge (WBR)

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14

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

06:59 / 23:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Pontefract Stations to Whaley Bridge (WBR)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Pontefract Stations and Whaley Bridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Pontefract Stations to Whaley Bridge is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 47 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Pontefract Monkhill to Whaley Bridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Pontefract Stations to Whaley Bridge Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:59
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Monkhill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Monkhill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:47
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Pontefract Baghill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Baghill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:48
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    14:32
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:34
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Monkhill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    16:32
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Monkhill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:47
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Pontefract Baghill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Baghill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:59
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:34
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Monkhill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:59
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    19:34
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Monkhill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:47
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    22:02
    Pontefract Baghill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Baghill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:48
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    22:02
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:48
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    22:58
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:46
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    23:48
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Monkhill to Whaley Bridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:59
    8 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    07:02
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Whaley Bridge
    Pontefract Monkhill to Whaley Bridge

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 Whaley Bridge Station

Station name Whaley Bridge (WBR)
Address Whaley Bridge station, Market Street, Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, SK23 7AA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:50 - 13:20
Tuesday 06:50 - 13:20
Wednesday 06:50 - 13:20
Thursday 06:50 - 13:20
Friday 06:50 - 13:20
Saturday 06:50 - 13:20
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 Whaley Bridge

The travel time between Pontefract Stations and Whaley Bridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Pontefract Stations and Whaley Bridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:14.

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Amenities on trains between Pontefract Stations and Whaley Bridge 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 & Whaley Bridge. owever, there are 14 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 Pontefract Stations and Whaley Bridge.

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