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Trains from Rainhill (RNH) to Pontefract Tanshelf (POT)

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17

train journeys
per day

62

miles (100 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Rainhill (RNH) to Pontefract Tanshelf (POT)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Rainhill and Pontefract Tanshelf , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf is approximately 62 miles (100 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 50 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Rainhill and Pontefract Tanshelf.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:15
    8 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    06:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    08:23
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    11:22
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    12:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    13:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    14:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    15:22
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    16:51
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    17:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:47
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    18:21
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    19:21
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    22:58
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    20:21
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    23:27
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    23:52
    6 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    05:58
    Rainhill
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Rainhill to Pontefract Tanshelf

About Rainhill Station

Station name Rainhill (RNH)
Address Rainhill station, Station Road, Rainhill, Merseyside, L35 0LL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:50
Thursday 06:00 - 23:50
Friday 06:00 - 23:50
Saturday 06:00 - 23:50
Sunday 08:45 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rainhill and Pontefract Tanshelf

The travel time between Rainhill and Pontefract Tanshelf by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainhill and Pontefract Tanshelf 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 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rainhill & Pontefract Tanshelf. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Rainhill and Pontefract Tanshelf.

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