Journey information
Overview: Train from Huddersfield to Castleford
Take a train from Huddersfield to Castleford and enjoy the approximately 29 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 23:37.
Distance 29 km |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Live departures
Huddersfield to Castleford train times
The table below shows live departures for Huddersfield to Castleford trains for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15852 | On time 4:42 PM Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h30 | 5:12 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84830+ P23840 | On time 5:01 PM Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h48 | 5:49 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 1 transfer | |
G15850 | On time 5:42 PM Huddersfield station (HUD) | 0h31 | 6:13 PM Castleford station (CFD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: TransPennine Express from Huddersfield to Castleford trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Huddersfield and Castleford. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Huddersfield and Castleford
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Huddersfield to Castleford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huddersfield to Castleford 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 Castleford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Huddersfield to Castleford
Most Huddersfield to Castleford trains use the Huddersfield to Castleford station pair, with some services arriving at Glasshoughton. Use this guide to compare Huddersfield and Castleford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Huddersfield station do trains to Castleford leave from?
Getting to Huddersfield from Huddersfield city centre
Huddersfield train station facilities and services
Huddersfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Huddersfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Huddersfield. ATMs are available at Huddersfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Huddersfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Huddersfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Huddersfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Huddersfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access the subway and platforms 4 to 8. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Castleford station do trains from Huddersfield arrive at?
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.


