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Trains from Pontypridd (PPD) to Castleford (CFD)

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17

train journeys
per day

168

miles (271 kms)

5hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Pontypridd (PPD) to Castleford (CFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Pontypridd and Castleford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Pontypridd to Castleford is approximately 168 miles (271 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 39 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Pontypridd to Castleford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Pontypridd to Castleford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:08
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    11:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:08
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    13:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:08
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:54
    5 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:08
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:08
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    16:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:08
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:08
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    18:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:08
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    19:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:08
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    20:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:08
    5 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    21:48
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:08
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    22:49
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:49
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    23:32
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:24
    10 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    06:06
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    21:08
    11 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    08:13
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:08
    11 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Pontypridd
    Castleford
    Pontypridd to Castleford

About Pontypridd Station

Station name Pontypridd (PPD)
Address Pontypridd station, Broadway, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF37 1DT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:15
Saturday 08:30 - 16:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Pontypridd and Castleford

The travel time between Pontypridd and Castleford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Pontypridd and Castleford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Pontypridd 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 Pontypridd & Castleford. owever, there are 17 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 Pontypridd and Castleford.

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