Disruption between Wakefield Westgate and Knottingley expected until 12:00
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Last updated
Sunday 31 May 2026 at 09:46
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Leeds and Knottingley via Wakefield Westgate
Description
A points failure between Wakefield Westgate and Knottingley means that some lines are blocked. Trains running between these stations may be cancelled or diverted.
Trains between Leeds and Knottingley via Wakefield Westgate will not call at Wakefield Westgate.
Disruption is expected until 12:00.
What's happened?
Services between Leeds and Knottingley via Wakefield Westgate are being disrupted due to a points failure .
Network Rail staff are on site.
How does this affect my journey?
Train services are unable to run between Wakefield Westgate and Wakefield Kirkgate / Knottingley (in both directions).
Services between Leeds and Sheffield / Doncaster via Wakefield Westgate are not affected.
Customers should use these services for Wakefield Westgate.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.
Compensation:
You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.
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