BY TRAIN

Tileyard North in Wakefield is accessible by train via two main stations: Wakefield Kirkgate and Wakefield Westgate. Here’s a quick overview of the best routes:

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From Wakefield Kirkgate (Closest Option)

• Train Routes: Served by Northern and TransPennine Express with connections from Leeds, Sheffield, and Huddersfield.

• Walking Distance: 10-minute walk (~0.5 miles).

• Directions: Exit the station and head north on Monk Street, cross the main road (A61), and follow Calder Vale Road to Tileyard North.

 

From Wakefield Westgate (More Frequent Trains)

• Train Routes: Served by LNER, Northern, and CrossCountry with frequent connections from Leeds, London, and Manchester.

• Walking Distance: 20–25 minutes walk (~1 mile).

• Alternative Transport: Taxis and local buses (such as the Free City Bus) can shorten the journey.

• Directions: Walk east along Westgate towards the city centre, cross the River Calder, and continue along Calder Vale Road to reach Tileyard North.

 

For the quickest access, Wakefield Kirkgate is the preferred station due to its proximity, but Wakefield Westgate offers more rail connections.

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BY BUS

Tileyard North in Wakefield is well-connected by bus services from key surrounding towns and cities. Here’s an overview of the best routes and walking distances from bus stops:

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From Leeds

• Bus Routes: Arriva 110 (Leeds-Wakefield) – every 10–15 minutes.

• Journey Time: ~40 minutes.

• Nearest Stop: Wakefield Bus Station.

• Walking Distance: 10–12 minutes (~0.5 miles).

 

From Huddersfield

• Bus Routes: 231/232 (Huddersfield-Wakefield) – hourly service.

• Journey Time: ~50 minutes.

• Nearest Stop: Wakefield Kirkgate Station.

• Walking Distance: 10 minutes (~0.5 miles).

 

From Barnsley

• Bus Routes: 96/485 (Barnsley-Wakefield) – every 30 minutes.

• Journey Time: ~45 minutes.

• Nearest Stop: Wakefield Bus Station.

• Walking Distance: 10–12 minutes (~0.5 miles).

 

From Sheffield

• Bus Routes: X17 (Sheffield-Barnsley-Wakefield) – hourly service.

• Journey Time: ~1 hour 30 minutes.

• Nearest Stop: Wakefield Bus Station.

• Walking Distance: 10–12 minutes (~0.5 miles).

 

From Pontefract & Castleford

• Bus Routes: 140/141 (Pontefract-Wakefield), 189 (Castleford-Wakefield) – every 15–30 minutes.

• Journey Time: ~30 minutes.

• Nearest Stop: Wakefield Bus Station.

• Walking Distance: 10–12 minutes (~0.5 miles).

 

Once at Wakefield Bus Station, walk east along Kirkgate, cross the River Calder, and follow Calder Vale Road to reach Tileyard North.

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BY CAR

Tileyard North is easily accessible by car, located just off the A61 and close to major motorway links.

 

Key Routes:

• From Leeds (North): Take the M1 south to Junction 41, then follow the A650 into Wakefield and join the A61 towards Tileyard North. (~25-minute drive)

• From Sheffield (South): Take the M1 north to Junction 39, then follow the A636 and A61 towards Tileyard North. (~45-minute drive)

• From Manchester (West): Take the M62 east to Junction 29, merge onto the M1 south, then follow the A61 into Wakefield. (~1-hour drive)

• From Hull (East): Take the M62 west to Junction 30, then join the A642 into Wakefield and follow signs for the A61. (~1-hour 15-minute drive)

 

Parking:​

• Nearby car parks: Merchant Gate and Kirkgate Station Car Park (~10-minute walk).

• Street parking: Limited but available in surrounding areas.

 

Tileyard North is well-connected for drivers, with convenient access from the M1 and M62.