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Castleford Museum
The town’s key museum, exploring Castleford’s Roman past, mining heritage, and local stories through accessible displays.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€26
Fastest journey on Sep 23
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
1 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 23
41
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Castleford will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Castleford without transferring at least once.
G89199 · P23815
G89223 · G89965 · L89760
G89204 · P23816
G89219 · P23826
G89120 · G86152
G15879+
L89744+
Y14827
C24895+
G86115
G15948+
G86166
G15862+
G86137
C24909+
G86152Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Castleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€17 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around €17 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-1.07. The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Castleford trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89215 · P23823 | On time 11:57 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h52 | 1:49 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G16000+ P23823 | On time 11:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h50 | 1:49 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G89120 · G86152 | On time 12:21 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h55 | 2:16 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
C24909+ G86152 | On time 12:44 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h32 | 2:16 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G89219 · P23826 | On time 12:57 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h52 | 2:49 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
C24608+ P23826 | On time 12:59 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h50 | 2:49 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
G15897+ P23814 | 7:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h50 | 9:49 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G89110 · G86115 | 8:21 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h55 | 10:16 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G15879+ L89744+ Y14827 | 8:30 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h30 | 10:00 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 2 transfers | |
C24895+ G86115 | 8:45 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h31 | 10:16 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G89199 · P23815 | 8:57 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h52 | 10:49 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G15896+ P23815 | 8:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h50 | 10:49 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G89113 · G86126 | 9:21 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h55 | 11:16 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
P00051+ G86126 | 9:30 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h46 | 11:16 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G89204 · P23816 | 9:57 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h52 | 11:49 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
C24590+ P23816 | 9:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h50 | 11:49 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G89116 · G86137 | 10:21 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h55 | 12:16 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G15862+ G86137 | 10:44 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h32 | 12:16 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G89210 · P23819 | 10:57 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h52 | 12:49 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
C24597+ P23819 | 10:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h50 | 12:49 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G89118 · G86146 | 11:21 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h55 | 1:16 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G16307+ G86146 | 11:30 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h46 | 1:16 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Manchester to Castleford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Castleford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castleford trip today.
The town’s key museum, exploring Castleford’s Roman past, mining heritage, and local stories through accessible displays.
Major contemporary art gallery in Wakefield, internationally known for sculpture, strong exhibitions, and riverside setting.
Large free museum of the Royal Armouries collection, featuring arms, armour, and live interpretation in nearby Leeds.
Attractive riverside and lakeside walking area with nature habitats, broad paths, and good views over former industrial land.
Scenic walking area combining woodland, wetlands, and former colliery land, popular with local walkers and cyclists.
Nearby grand estate parkland with lakes, woodland walks, and landscaped vistas, ideal for a half-day outdoor visit.
A rich fruit loaf long linked with nearby West Yorkshire baking traditions, often served sliced with butter and Wensleydale cheese.
A hearty suet pudding from Yorkshire, traditionally filled with beef and onion and slow cooked until tender. A classic northern comfort food.
Yorkshire’s famous batter pudding, served with roast beef and gravy or as part of a Sunday roast. It is one of the region’s best known staples.
Well known steakhouse offering grilled meats and hearty British dishes in a casual modern setting.
Established Italian restaurant known for pasta, pizza, and classic mains in a relaxed family friendly setting.
Popular pub style venue serving grills, burgers, and comfort food in an informal atmosphere near local leisure areas.
Moderate for UK travelers: lodging and dining are usually cheaper than in major UK cities, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable.
Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is standard if service is good. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Castleford Railway Station -> Castleford Bus Station, Castleford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

Most Manchester to Castleford trains use the Manchester Victoria to Castleford station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Castleford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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
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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.
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