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Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Castleford (CFD)

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16

train journeys
per day

164

miles (264 kms)

6hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

06:21 / 23:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Castleford (CFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Aberdare and Castleford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberdare to Castleford is approximately 164 miles (264 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 9 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Castleford.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberdare to Castleford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Aberdare to Castleford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    16:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    18:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    19:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    20:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:21
    6 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    21:48
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:21
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    22:49
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:51
    6 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    23:32
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:51
    11 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    06:06
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    20:21
    11 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    08:13
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    21:51
    12 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    22:50
    17 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:11
    Aberdare
    Castleford
    Aberdare to Castleford

About Aberdare Station

Station name Aberdare (ABA)
Address Aberdare station, Abernant Road, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 0PU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 14:40
Saturday 07:40 - 15:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Castleford Station

Station name Castleford (CFD)
Address Castleford station, Beancroft Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 5DN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Aberdare and Castleford

The travel time between Aberdare and Castleford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberdare and Castleford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:21.

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Amenities on trains between Aberdare and Castleford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Aberdare & Castleford. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Castleford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Aberdare and Castleford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.