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Trains from York (YRK) to Castleford (CFD)

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36

train journeys
per day

19

miles (31 kms)

24 mins

fastest journey

02:46 / 00:16

first / last train

4

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Castleford (CFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between York and Castleford , with 4 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Castleford is approximately 19 miles (31 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 8 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Castleford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 24 mins.

Journeys from York to Castleford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    02:46
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    06:06
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:03
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    06:12
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    06:49
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:17
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:18
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    26 mins Direct
    07:24
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:19
    58 mins 1 change
    08:17
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    59 mins 1 change
    08:49
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    57 mins 1 change
    09:16
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    26 mins Direct
    09:24
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:19
    57 mins 1 change
    10:16
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:49
    1 hrs 1 change
    10:49
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:20
    57 mins 1 change
    11:17
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:49
    1 hrs 1 change
    11:49
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:20
    56 mins 1 change
    12:16
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:48
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    12:49
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:20
    56 mins 1 change
    13:16
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:49
    1 hrs 1 change
    13:49
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:20
    56 mins 1 change
    14:16
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    59 mins 1 change
    14:49
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:20
    56 mins 1 change
    15:16
    York
    Castleford
    York to Castleford

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 Available
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 York and Castleford

The travel time between York and Castleford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Castleford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 4 direct services per day from York to Castleford

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

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