Pontefract Baghill to Farringdon by Train
Farringdon Station has been transformed into one of London's most significant transport hubs, uniquely positioned at the intersection of multiple rail networks. It is a central point for London Underground, national rail, and cross-capital services.
Thameslink Core Services
Farringdon is a principal stop on the Thameslink core route, operated by Thameslink (Govia Thameslink Railway). This provides high-frequency, north-south services across London.
Passengers have direct connections to a wide range of destinations without needing to change in the city centre. Northbound services travel to stations including St Pancras International, Luton Airport Parkway, Bedford, and Cambridge. Southbound routes offer direct travel to London Blackfriars, London Bridge, Gatwick Airport, and Brighton.
Elizabeth Line (Crossrail) Services
A key station on the Elizabeth Line, Farringdon offers unprecedented east-west connectivity across the capital and beyond. Eastbound services travel to Whitechapel, Canary Wharf, and terminate at Abbey Wood or Shenfield.
Westbound services connect to Paddington, major employment centres like Bond Street and Tottenham Court Road, and continue to Heathrow Airport and Reading. This makes Farringdon a critical link for airport travel and commuter belts.
London Underground Connectivity
Farringdon is served by the Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines. These subsurface lines provide extensive connectivity within Central London and to wider suburban destinations.
Key direct connections include King's Cross St Pancras, Liverpool Street, Baker Street, and Paddington. This integration makes the station a major interchange within the London Underground network.
Station Facilities at Farringdon
Following its redevelopment for the Elizabeth Line, Farringdon is a modern, accessible station with extensive facilities.
- Ticketing and Information: The station features a large, integrated concourse with numerous self-service ticket machines and Oyster/contactless touch points. Staff are available for assistance. Comprehensive, real-time passenger information displays are located throughout the station, on concourses, and on all platforms for all service types.
- Passenger Amenities and Retail: The station hosts a variety of retail outlets, including convenience stores, coffee shops, bakeries, and food-to-go kiosks. Seating areas are available within the concourse. Modern, accessible public toilet facilities, including baby-changing rooms, are provided.
- Accessibility and Circulation: Farringdon Station is fully accessible. Step-free access is available from street level to all platforms, including the Thameslink and Elizabeth Line services, via lifts. The station is designed with wide passageways and clear signage to manage high passenger volumes efficiently.
- Other Facilities: Secure cycle storage is available for commuters. The entire station benefits from public Wi-Fi coverage. The station is situated within the London Congestion Charge and Ultra Low Emission Zones, with multiple bus routes and taxi ranks available on surrounding streets for seamless onward travel.
IMPORTANT: If you use this journey planner to book your Pontefract Baghill to Farringdon train journey your ticket will include travel on any other trains, including the London Underground, that you may need take to reach your final destination. You will not need to purchase any additional tickets.
Pontefract Baghill to Farringdon Train Timetables
Both personalised and comprehensive train timetables for trains operating between Pontefract Baghill and Farringdon may be viewed and downloaded here.
Pontefract Baghill Station Information
As your train journey to Farringdon begins in Pontefract Baghill you may find the following additional information useful:
Train Operators Serving Pontefract Baghill
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Car Parking at Pontefract Baghill Train Station
Pontefract Baghill Station Address
- Mill Dam Lane, Pontefract WF8 4JG
