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Compare train for Doncaster to Castleford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Castleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, while a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.49 (€-18.43). The journey takes 45m versus 37m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Doncaster to Castleford
How to get from Doncaster to Castleford by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Doncaster to Castleford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 7:20 AM0h41Doncaster8:01 AMCastleford$141One-way0 transfers
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- 7:20 AM0h41Doncaster8:01 AMCastleford$141One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- 7:20 AM0h41Doncaster8:01 AMCastleford$141One-way0 transfers
Other options
- 7:53 PM1h07Doncaster9:00 PMCastleford$311One-way0 transfers
- 7:46 AM1h03Doncaster8:49 AMCastleford$311One-way0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Doncaster to Castleford
Travel to Castleford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Doncaster to Castleford.
- Around 30 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Doncaster and Castleford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Doncaster station (DON) and arrive in Castleford station (CFD).
- Travel with Grand Central Trains, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway to go to Castleford by train.
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