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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Castleton
Showing times and prices for Nov 28
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
138 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Castleton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Castleton will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Castleton on Fri, Nov 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 6 h 6 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.
01:44AM5h08
Manchester06:52AMCastleton
$1061One-way
0 transfers
04:00AM6h06
Manchester10:06AMCastleton
$1071One-way
0 transfers
01:52AM5h00
Manchester06:52AMCastleton
$1071One-way
0 transfers
04:51AM5h15
Manchester10:06AMCastleton
$1081One-way
0 transfers
04:58AM5h08
Manchester10:06AMCastleton
$1081One-way
0 transfers
01:52AM5h00
Manchester06:52AMCastleton
$1071One-way
0 transfers
04:58AM5h08
Manchester10:06AMCastleton
$1081One-way
0 transfers
01:44AM5h08
Manchester06:52AMCastleton
$1061One-way
0 transfers
04:51AM5h15
Manchester10:06AMCastleton
$1081One-way
0 transfers
04:00AM6h06
Manchester10:06AMCastleton
$1071One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Castleton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Castleton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €85.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€87 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Castleton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Castleton trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:00 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:44 AM Manchester | 5h08 | 6:52 AM Castleton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:52 AM Manchester | 5h00 | 6:52 AM Castleton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 AM Manchester | 6h06 | 10:06 AM Castleton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:51 AM Manchester | 5h15 | 10:06 AM Castleton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:58 AM Manchester | 5h08 | 10:06 AM Castleton | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Castleton
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Trains from Manchester to Castleton run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€85) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $12 (€9)
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€85) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 07:15 |
Last train 20:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $12 (€9)
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Castleton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Castleton 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 Castleton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days are ideal for exploring Castleton, allowing time to visit attractions like Peak Cavern, Peveril Castle, and enjoy hiking in the surrounding Peak District National Park.
The distance by train from Manchester to Castleton is 85 miles (138 km).
A day trip from Manchester to Castleton is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 22m. There are 2 trains per day.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Castleton is Manchester Victoria (MCV), which connects to Castleton Moor (CSM).
Train ticket prices from Manchester to Castleton can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $105 (€85), while the average price is around $107 (€87).
The train journey from Manchester to Castleton is considered scenic, offering views of the beautiful Peak District landscapes, rolling hills, and picturesque countryside along the way.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Castleton is by bus, with a cost of around $12 (€9).
No, you cannot take the train from Manchester to Castleton.
The train from Manchester to Castleton takes 3h 22m and runs 2 per day.
The first train from Manchester to Castleton leaves at 7:15 AM.
The last train from Manchester to Castleton leaves at 8:25 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Castleton.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester to Castleton.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Castleton
Manchester
Castleton
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Deansgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Deansgate for your trip from Manchester to Castleton.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Deansgate
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
The major train station for arrivals in Castleton is Castleton Moor. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Castleton Moor for your journey to Castleton from Manchester.
Castleton Moor
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Address
Castleton Moor station, Station Lane, off Langburn's Bank, Castleton Moor, North Yorkshire, YO21 2EUParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Station is unstaffed. Level access to the only platform. Step free access from car park to station entrance but car park is unmade and overgrown with vegetation.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Public transit options for Castleton Moor
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / Drop off at the station entrance - on the main road.
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