Wakefield to Castleford by train

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  • First train
    06:49
  • Last train
    23:32
  • Avg changes
    0
  • Fastest journey
    10m
  • Distance
    11 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    54
  • Avg. journey time
    11m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

At Rail Europe we believe in price transparency. We use real data from Rail Europe searches to estimate the cheapest fares you should be able to find for your journey.

The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

We're always seeking to improve how price-checking works, and we welcome feedback on how we can make it better.

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 €3.38.

  • 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, 54 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 14 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

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Castleford city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Wakefield to Castleford

Want to know more about your journey from Wakefield to Castleford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

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 €3.38. 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.

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