This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Castleford (CFD) to Balcombe (BAB)

Find the cheapest fares to Balcombe by splitting your tickets

22

train journeys
per day

191

miles (308 kms)

3hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

06:31 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Castleford (CFD) to Balcombe (BAB)

Buy tickets from Castleford to Balcombe. Explore the list of all train routes from Castleford to Balcombe and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Castleford and Balcombe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Castleford to Balcombe is approximately 191 miles (308 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 59 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Castleford and Balcombe.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Castleford to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Castleford to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:31
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:33
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:12
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    14:17
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:33
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:20
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:33
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:33
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    16:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:33
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:33
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    15:32
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    16:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    20:16
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    16:33
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    20:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    17:33
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    21:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    18:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    22:16
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    18:33
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    22:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    19:03
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    23:46
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    20:03
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    00:34
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    21:51
    10 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    08:16
    Castleford
    Balcombe
    Castleford to Balcombe

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

About Balcombe Station

Station name Balcombe (BAB)
Address Balcombe station, London Road, Balcombe, West Sussex, RH17 6JQ
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 14:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Castleford and Balcombe

The travel time between Castleford and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Castleford and Balcombe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

First class tickets on trains between Castleford and Balcombe typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Castleford and Balcombe. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Balcombe, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Castleford & Balcombe. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Castleford and Balcombe.

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