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York to Castleford Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from York to Castleford, starting from KWD 2.500 and averaging KWD 2.690. The entire journey takes no more than 20m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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    From KWD 2.500
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    From KWD 2.500
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    From KWD 2.500
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    From KWD 2.500
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    From KWD 2.500
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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08:20
York
09:30
Castleford
1h 10m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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10:00
York
10:20
Castleford
20m, DirectTransPennine Express
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11:00
York
11:20
Castleford
20m, DirectTransPennine Express
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12:00
York
12:20
Castleford
20m, DirectTransPennine Express
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13:00
York
13:21
Castleford
21m, DirectTransPennine Express
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14:02
York
14:22
Paris
20m, DirectTransPennine Express
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York to Castleford Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:20
Last train
Last train
22:25
Departure station
Departure station
York
Arrival station
Arrival station
Castleford
Journey time
Journey time
20m
Distance
Distance
20 miles
Price
Price
KWD 2.500*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from York to Castleford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from York to Castleford can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from York to Castleford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from York to Castleford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from York to Castleford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

York to Castleford Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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