4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford to London
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€85
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€89
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 05
5
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford to London will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
It's difficult to get from Castleford to London without transferring at least once.
G15976+
G079516:22 AM2h37Castleford station (CFD)8:59 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€851One-way1 transfer- C24609+C021627:22 AM3h00Castleford station (CFD)10:22 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€881One-way1 transfer
P23812 · G89903+C021627:52 AM2h30Castleford station (CFD)10:22 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€881One-way2 transfers- P23860+
C215346:17 AM3h19Castleford station (CFD)9:36 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€911One-way1 transfer - C24609+
Y148037:22 AM2h42Castleford station (CFD)10:04 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€911One-way1 transfer
- P23812 · G89903+C021627:52 AM2h30Castleford station (CFD)10:22 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€881One-way2 transfers
- G15976+G079516:22 AM2h37Castleford station (CFD)8:59 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€851One-way1 transfer
- C24609+Y148037:22 AM2h42Castleford station (CFD)10:04 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€911One-way1 transfer
- C24609+C021627:22 AM3h00Castleford station (CFD)10:22 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€881One-way1 transfer
- P23860+C215346:17 AM3h19Castleford station (CFD)9:36 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€911One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Castleford to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a flight costs an average of €102.
Distance: 260 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€56 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price | €90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Castleford to London:
A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castleford to London costing on average €56.
A bus is €88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Castleford to London costing on average €102.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 13m.
Bus takes on average 5h 11m.
Live departures
Castleford to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Castleford to London trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21534+P23860 | 6:17 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 3h19 | 9:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
| G07951+G15976 | 6:22 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 2h37 | 8:59 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02162+C24609 | 7:22 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 3h00 | 10:22 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Y14803+C24609 | 7:22 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 2h42 | 10:04 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| P23812 · G89903+C02162 | 7:52 AM Castleford station (CFD) | 2h30 | 10:22 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford to London
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Trains from Castleford to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 260 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 8:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Castleford to London trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Castleford and London from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Castleford to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Castleford to London
Most Castleford to London trains use the Castleford to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London St Pancras International. Use this guide to compare Castleford and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Castleford station do trains to London leave from?
Getting to Castleford from Castleford city centre
Castleford train station facilities and services
Castleford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Glass Blower, The Junction
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Castleford. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Castleford. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castleford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Castleford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleford.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Castleford, Wheldale Hotel, Castleford Hotel.
Getting to Glasshoughton from Castleford city centre
Glasshoughton is 2 km from Castleford city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasshoughton train station facilities and services
Glasshoughton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasshoughton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasshoughton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasshoughton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasshoughton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access throughout the station, access from car park and onto leisure centre across overbridge, access from overbridge onto both platforms is via ramps, route between platforms is lengthy, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: None at the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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