4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Castleford
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Castleford will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
It's difficult to get from London to Castleford without transferring at least once.
G08153+
L897718:09 PM3h17London Kings Cross (KGX)11:26 PMCastleford station (CFD)$471One-way1 transfer- C02124+C31974 · L897718:40 PM2h46London Kings Cross (KGX)11:26 PMCastleford station (CFD)$471One-way2 transfers
- C02112+L89769 · G900257:40 PM2h20London Kings Cross (KGX)10:00 PMCastleford station (CFD)$551One-way2 transfers
- G08149+L897697:08 PM2h52London Kings Cross (KGX)10:00 PMCastleford station (CFD)$1071One-way1 transfer
- C02105+
G163737:33 PM2h38London Kings Cross (KGX)10:11 PMCastleford station (CFD)$1071One-way1 transfer
- C02112+L89769 · G900257:40 PM2h20London Kings Cross (KGX)10:00 PMCastleford station (CFD)$551One-way2 transfers
- C02105+G163737:33 PM2h38London Kings Cross (KGX)10:11 PMCastleford station (CFD)$1071One-way1 transfer
- C02124+C31974 · L897718:40 PM2h46London Kings Cross (KGX)11:26 PMCastleford station (CFD)$471One-way2 transfers
- G08149+L897697:08 PM2h52London Kings Cross (KGX)10:00 PMCastleford station (CFD)$1071One-way1 transfer
- G08153+L897718:09 PM3h17London Kings Cross (KGX)11:26 PMCastleford station (CFD)$471One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Castleford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Castleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $202 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Castleford:
A bus is $71 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Castleford costing on average $90 (€75).
A bus is $183 (€151) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Castleford costing on average $202 (€167).
Other travel options to Castleford take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 9m.
Bus takes on average 4h 34m.
You'll arrive about 1h 47m sooner (2h 9m by train vs 3h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $90 (€75) compared to roughly $83 (€69) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Castleford train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Castleford trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:40 AM London | 2h20 | 11:00 AM Castleford | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 11:17 AM London | 2h14 | 1:31 PM Castleford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Castleford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Castleford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains from London to Castleford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between London and Castleford from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Castleford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Castleford 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 Castleford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Castleford
Most London to Castleford trains use the London Kings Cross to Castleford station pair, with some services arriving at Glasshoughton. Use this guide to compare London and Castleford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Castleford station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Castleford from Castleford city centre
Castleford 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 and drink
Food options include: The Glass Blower, The Junction
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Castleford. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Castleford. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castleford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Castleford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleford.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Castleford, Wheldale Hotel, Castleford Hotel.
Getting to Glasshoughton from Castleford city centre
Glasshoughton is 2 km from Castleford city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasshoughton train station facilities and services
Glasshoughton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasshoughton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasshoughton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasshoughton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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