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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Castleford (CFD)

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38

train journeys
per day

24

miles (39 kms)

53 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 00:37

first / last train

17

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Castleford (CFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Castleford , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Castleford is approximately 24 miles (39 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 19 mins.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Sheffield and Castleford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Castleford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 53 mins.

Journeys from Sheffield to Castleford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    1 hrs Direct
    07:02
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:20
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    07:49
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    57 mins Direct
    08:01
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:18
    55 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    08:49
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:04
    57 mins Direct
    09:01
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:22
    1 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    09:49
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    58 mins Direct
    10:01
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:18
    53 mins 1 change
    10:11
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    10:49
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:02
    58 mins Direct
    11:00
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:02
    58 mins Direct
    12:00
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:02
    59 mins Direct
    13:01
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    13:49
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:02
    59 mins Direct
    14:01
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    14:49
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:02
    58 mins Direct
    15:00
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    15:49
    Sheffield
    Castleford
    Sheffield to Castleford

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Sheffield and Castleford

The travel time between Sheffield and Castleford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield and Castleford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Sheffield to Castleford

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Sheffield and Castleford.

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