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The cheapest and fastest trains from Accrington to Castleford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
66 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Accrington to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Accrington to Castleford will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Fast trains
To travel from Accrington to Castleford you need to make at least one change.
06:131h36
Accrington07:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
07:121h37
Accrington08:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
08:131h36
Accrington09:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
09:131h36
Accrington10:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
10:131h36
Accrington11:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
06:131h36
Accrington07:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
08:131h36
Accrington09:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
09:131h36
Accrington10:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
10:131h36
Accrington11:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
11:131h36
Accrington12:49Castleford
£161One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Accrington to Castleford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Accrington to Castleford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 08:14 |
Last train 16:13 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Accrington to Castleford trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Accrington and Castleford from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£27
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
£16
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Accrington to Castleford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Accrington to Castleford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Accrington to Castleford.
The train distance from Accrington to Castleford is 66 km.
Booking trains from Accrington to Castleford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Accrington to Castleford covers a distance of 66 km and takes approximately 1h 36m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Accrington to Castleford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Castleford is by train, costing approximately £16.
The first train from Accrington to Castleford leaves at 8:14.
The train station in Accrington that goes to Castleford is Accrington station (ACR), and it arrives at Castleford station (CFD).
The last train from Accrington to Castleford departs at 16:13.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Accrington to Castleford.
Trains from Accrington to Castleford run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Accrington to Castleford.
To travel from Accrington to Castleford, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Accrington to Castleford.
There is no night train service from Accrington to Castleford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Accrington and Castleford
Accrington
Castleford
The major train station for departures in Accrington is Accrington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Accrington for your trip from Accrington to Castleford.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 15:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Platform 1: Scooter Friendly Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - step free access from Paxton Street, up steep 50m ramp with handrail or past the car park and a shallower ramp. Platform 2: step free access up gently sloping footpath from Eagle Street. Ticket office is on Leeds/Colne Platform (1), with stepped footbridge between platforms comprising of 25 steps up and 24 steps down with rest platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations Tel: 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is on Platform 2 near the foot bridge
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, next to ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Accrington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Eagel Street, next to entrance to station carpark.
The major train station for arrivals in Castleford is Castleford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Castleford for your journey to Castleford from Accrington.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Carlton Street.
Dining
- The Glass Blower
- The Junction
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Castleford
- Wheldale Hotel
- Castleford Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: trains to Leeds
- Platform 2: trains to Knottingley
Public transport options for Castleford
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern Rail services
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