Ravensthorpe station will close from Sunday, December 14 until summer 2028 as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), a major rail improvement programme.
During the closure, a rail replacement bus service will operate between Ravensthorpe and Dewsbury stations to help passengers complete their journeys.
The project is part of wider works in the area, including the installation of a four-track railway, the construction of the Baker Viaduct, and the laying of overhead lines to support electric trains.
Andrew Campbell, TRU sponsor, said: “The closure of Ravensthorpe station marks the beginning of a pivotal phase for TRU and perhaps one of the most significant projects within the programme – the scale of work being undertaken in Ravensthorpe serves as a great indicator of the upgrades that will be delivered here.
“The four-tracking over a brand-new viaduct and through a modernised station means customers will benefit from faster, more reliable journeys across the Pennines with greater capacity.
“We’d like to thank the community for their understanding as we deliver these major upgrades.”
A visualisation of how the new station at Ravensthorpe will look (Image: Transpennine Route Upgrade )
A new, modernised station will be built 200 metres west of the current site.
The new station will feature step-free access, a footbridge with lifts, and an upgraded forecourt with better drop-off facilities.
A longer island platform will also be constructed to accommodate longer trains and increase passenger capacity.
Andrew Allwright, TRU programme delivery lead for Northern, said: “The work to upgrade Ravensthorpe railway station will support the efforts that the Transpennine Route Upgrade is doing to deliver a fully accessible railway that is fit for the 21st century.
“When Ravensthorpe station closes, from Sunday 14 December until the May timetable change in 2026, Northern will be running a rail replacement service between Ravensthorpe and Dewsbury, connecting to services for a number of destinations, to ensure our customers can continue to travel with as little impact to their journeys as possible.
“We recognise that the work taking place will lead to extended journey times for customers travelling from Ravensthorpe and thank them for their continued patience.”
The Ravensthorpe Triangle site is currently one of the largest civil engineering projects in the UK.
Recent progress includes installing concrete beams for the new Calder Road bridge, building piers for the Baker Viaduct, and diverting utilities on Thornhill Road to support road and track realignment.
