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BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
Major contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill, with ambitious exhibitions and one of the best Tyne views.
Cheapest price
zł180
Average price
zł180
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford to Newcastle will cost around zł180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł180.
Of the 1 trains that leave Castleford for Newcastle on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł42, and a train costs an average of zł89.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
zł150 Average price | zł43 Average price Cheapest |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Castleford to Newcastle:
A bus is zł106 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castleford to Newcastle costing on average zł150.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 35m.
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Trains from Castleford to Newcastle run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł89 but you can travel from only zł42 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price zł89 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Newcastle Airport Metro Station -> Newcastle Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford to Newcastle by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Castleford to Newcastle trains use the Castleford to Newcastle station pair, with some services arriving at Manors. Use this guide to compare Castleford and Newcastle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Castleford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Glass Blower, The Junction
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Castleford. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Castleford. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Castleford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Castleford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleford.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Castleford, Wheldale Hotel, Castleford Hotel.
Glasshoughton is 2 km from Castleford city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasshoughton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Glasshoughton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasshoughton: Parking.
Available at Glasshoughton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasshoughton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access throughout the station, access from car park and onto leisure centre across overbridge, access from overbridge onto both platforms is via ramps, route between platforms is lengthy, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: None at the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Manors has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manors: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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