The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 3 trains that leave Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) for Wakefield Westgate (WKF) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 12 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:47 Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0h22 | 09:09 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:47 Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) | 0h24 | 19:11 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 15:47 |
Last train 18:47 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) and Wakefield Westgate (WKF) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Important Stations and Airports in Pontefract Tanshelf (POT) and Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the ramped footbridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Stuart Road by the HiQ Garage
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Forecourt
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 2. There is a 1st Class waiting room on platform 1. Open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:00. Saturday 05:00 - 20:30. Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
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