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York to Castleford train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from York to Castleford, starting from AU$ 12.73 and averaging AU$ 44.82. The entire journey takes no more than 20m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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02:36
York
06:07
Castleford
3h 31m, No directTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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05:52
York
06:12
Castleford
20m, DirectTransPennine Express
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06:17
York
07:18
Castleford
1h 1m, No directTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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06:58
York
07:24
Castleford
26m, DirectTransPennine Express
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07:05
York
08:13
Castleford
1h 8m, No directTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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07:56
York
08:18
Paris
22m, DirectTransPennine Express
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York to Castleford train route details

First train
First train
02:36
Last train
Last train
22:05
Departure station
Departure station
York
Arrival station
Arrival station
Castleford
Journey time
Journey time
20m
Distance
Distance
32 km
Price
Price
AU$ 12.73*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from York to Castleford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) 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.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from York to Castleford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from York to Castleford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from York to Castleford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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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