Elland Rail Station & Access: West Yorkshire Project Details

Elland railway station, a new transport hub connecting to Leeds, Huddersfield, and more, opens public consultation Saturday.

Elland Rail Station & Access: West Yorkshire Project Details
September 6, 2025 8:49 am
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Introduction

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority, in partnership with Calderdale Council, is developing a new railway station for Elland, with improved transport links to Leeds, Huddersfield, Bradford, and Manchester. An upcoming drop-in event will provide information about the station and the Elland Access Package.

Project Overview

The new railway station for Elland is being delivered by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, in partnership with Calderdale Council. It aims to enhance transport connections within the region and beyond, including links to Leeds, Huddersfield, Bradford, and Manchester.

Elland Access Package

To support access to the new station from Elland town centre and wider areas, including links to and from West Vale, the Council is delivering the Elland Access Package. This package focuses on creating easier and safer walking and cycling connections.

Public Consultation Event

A drop-in event is scheduled for Saturday 30 August, from 9.30am until 3.30pm, at Elland Community Hub. The public can learn more about the plans for both the station and access projects and engage with the delivery team to ask questions.

Project Details

The new station will be built next to the A629 and close to Lowfields Business Park. Detailed designs for the project are now complete and have been shared with Network Rail for approval. The Elland Rail Station and Access Package is being delivered by a partnership between the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Calderdale Council. Both projects are funded by the Combined Authority’s West Yorkshire-plus Transport Fund, with the Access Package also receiving funding from the Transforming Cities Fund.

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Conclusion

The new rail station and access package for Elland will transform travel in and around the town, connecting local communities with the station and improving links across the region and beyond. The public will have the opportunity to find out more about both the station and access package projects, and to be able to ask the project teams any questions.

Company Summary

West Yorkshire Combined Authority: A governmental body focused on transport and economic development in West Yorkshire.

Calderdale Council: A local government authority responsible for the administration and services in the Calderdale area.

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