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Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf by train

First train

04:53

Last train

13:55

Departure station

Rishton

Arrival station

Pontefract Tanshelf

Journey time

From 2h 7m

Distance

45 miles (73 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Grand Central Railway

How to travel from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Rishton and Pontefract Tanshelf, which usually take 2 hours 54 minutes to complete the 45 miles (73 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Pontefract Tanshelf by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Pontefract Tanshelf? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Rishton and Pontefract Tanshelf by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf is 2 hours and 7 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf?

No, there are no direct train services from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf. Travelling from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf leave?

The first train from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf leaves at 04:53. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf leave?

The last train from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf leaves at 13:55. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Rishton and Pontefract Tanshelf by train?

Trains travelling from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf cover a distance of around 45 miles (73 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Rishton to Pontefract Tanshelf

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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