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Trains from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Pontefract Tanshelf (POT)

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35

train journeys
per day

7

miles (11 kms)

16 mins

fastest journey

05:42 / 00:24

first / last train

17

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Pontefract Tanshelf (POT)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Wakefield Kirkgate and Pontefract Tanshelf , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf is approximately 7 miles (11 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 6 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Wakefield Kirkgate and Pontefract Tanshelf.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf. The fastest journey time on this route takes 16 mins.

Journeys from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:42
    16 mins Direct
    05:58
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    06:37
    16 mins Direct
    06:53
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    08:03
    44 mins 2 changes
    08:47
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    16 mins Direct
    09:02
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    57 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    17 mins Direct
    10:03
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    10:01
    46 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    16 mins Direct
    11:02
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    11:20
    27 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    16 mins Direct
    12:02
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    11:49
    58 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    16 mins Direct
    13:02
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    12:49
    58 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    13:46
    16 mins Direct
    14:02
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    57 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    14:46
    16 mins Direct
    15:02
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    14:49
    58 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    15:46
    16 mins Direct
    16:02
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    16:01
    46 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf
  • Mon 6th May
    16:46
    16 mins Direct
    17:02
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf

About Wakefield Kirkgate Station

Station name Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
Address Wakefield Kirkgate station, Monk Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 4EL
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

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 Wakefield Kirkgate and Pontefract Tanshelf

The travel time between Wakefield Kirkgate and Pontefract Tanshelf by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Wakefield Kirkgate and Pontefract Tanshelf vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Wakefield Kirkgate to Pontefract Tanshelf

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Wakefield Kirkgate and Pontefract Tanshelf.

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