Going from Wakefield to Castleford by train

About to set off from Wakefield to Castleford by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost from Wakefield to Castleford

Ready to book tickets from Wakefield to Castleford? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Wakefield and Castleford typically run £2.90.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Wakefield to Castleford departure timetable

On this route, 52 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Wakefield at 06:49 and the last leaving at 23:19 during the week.

For weekend travel to Castleford, the earliest departure is at 07:50 and the last one is at 23:32. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 15 minutes.

Average train travel time from Wakefield to Castleford

The quickest time by train is 10 minutes, travelling a total distance of 11 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Wakefield to Castleford trains

Tickets for travel to Castleford along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

More information on train travel from Wakefield to Castleford

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Wakefield to Castleford by train?

The train journey between Wakefield and Castleford covers 11 kilometres.

What is the Wakefield to Castleford train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs £2.90. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Wakefield to Castleford?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield to Castleford?

The quickest journey is 10 minutes.