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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Castleton
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
138 km
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 $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Castleton on Sat, Jul 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 4 h 52 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.
12:58 PM4h52Manchester5:50 PMCastleton$761One-way0 transfers
- 12:58 PM4h52Manchester5:50 PMCastleton$761One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$90 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Castleton:
A bus is $75 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Castleton costing on average $90 (€74).
Other travel options to Castleton take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 59m.
Live departures
Manchester to Castleton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Castleton trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:58 PM Manchester | 4h52 | 5:50 PM 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 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€63) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€63) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 7:15 AM |
Last train 8:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 63 days |
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Castleton
Most Manchester to Castleton trains use the Manchester Victoria to Castleton Moor station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Castleton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Castleton leave from?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria 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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Castleton station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Castleton Moor from Castleton city centre
Castleton Moor train station facilities and services
Castleton Moor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Castleton Moor.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castleton Moor: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleton Moor: 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.
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