Yorkshire Routes Face Delays During Roadwork

Roadworks in Featherstone will delay Arriva routes 148 and 149 from April 29 to May 1

Arriva Routes 148, 149 Face Delays in Featherstone

Arriva UK Bus riders traveling between Wakefield and Knottingley should expect significant delays on routes 148 and 149 from April 29 through May 1, transit officials said. Roadworks in Featherstone will disrupt service on both routes during the three-day period. The affected routes serve Belle Vue, Pontefract, and Ferrybridge, with route 149 also stopping at New Sharlston and Sharlston.

Context

Routes 148 and 149 provide frequent connections throughout Yorkshire's Wakefield district, with buses running every 15-30 minutes during peak hours. Service begins at 4:55 a.m. from Wakefield Bus Station and continues until 10:30 p.m., according to the transit agency. The routes connect major transit hubs including Wakefield City Centre Bus Station, Pontefract Bus Station, and Windermere Drive in Knottingley. Officials didn't specify the exact location or nature of the roadwork causing the disruptions.

Service Details

Route 148 operates between Wakefield Bus Station and Knottingley, stopping at Agbrigg Road in Belle Vue, Featherstone Station Lane, Pontefract Bus Station at stand G, and Ferrybridge Square. Route 149 follows a similar path but adds stops at New Sharlston and Sharlston communities. Both routes depart from stand 15 at Wakefield City Centre Bus Station. Officials haven't said whether alternative routes will be available during the roadwork period or how much additional travel time riders should expect.

Timeline

The roadwork-related delays will affect service from Tuesday, April 29, through Thursday, May 1, 2026. Arriva UK Bus advised passengers to allow extra time for their journeys during this three-day period. The agency didn't provide specific details about when normal service will resume or whether delays might extend beyond May 1.

Rider Impact

Commuters and regular riders on both routes should plan for longer travel times throughout the disruption period. Officials said passengers can check real-time service updates through transit information systems. Moovit provides real-time updates and alternative route planning for Arriva services in the Yorkshire area.