Castleford to Leeds by train

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Overview: trains from Castleford to Leeds

Find the key information for travelling by train from Castleford to Leeds, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:31 View journey
Last train 23:44 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 19m View journey
Distance (km) 15
Trains / day 70 View all
Cheapest journey AU$7.97 View journey
Avg journey time 22m
Train operators 2

Travelling from Castleford to Leeds by train

Want to know how to get from Castleford to Leeds by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Castleford to Leeds take around 19 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 15 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Castleford is scheduled to depart at around  06:31. The last departure is usually at around 23:32 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Castleford at around 06:32, with the last train leaving at around 23:44. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 70 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$7.97.

We think any time is a great time to visit Leeds, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Leeds.

Is there a direct train from Castleford to Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train from Castleford to Leeds.

How long does it take to travel from Castleford to Leeds?

The Castleford to Leeds train travel takes about 19 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Castleford to Leeds train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leeds leaving Castleford at around 06:31 and the last train leaving at around 23:32 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Castleford at around 06:32, with the final departure at 23:44.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.