Trains to Pontefract Tanshelf from Birmingham
| First train | 03:56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:09 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham | |
| Arrival station | Pontefract Tanshelf | |
| Journey time | From 2h 32m | |
| Distance | 87 miles (140 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express |
Travel from Birmingham to Pontefract Tanshelf by train in 2 hours 32 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Birmingham to Pontefract Tanshelf by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Birmingham to Pontefract Tanshelf by train is 4 hours 35 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 32 minutes. You'll usually find 23 trains per day travelling the 87 miles (140 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Pontefract Tanshelf. You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express on your way to Pontefract Tanshelf, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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