4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Castleford
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Castleford will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 trains that leave Barnsley for Castleford every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
16:300h30Barnsley17:00Castleford£51One-way0 changes- 17:300h30Barnsley18:00Castleford£101One-way0 changes
- 17:400h54Barnsley18:34Castleford£101One-way0 changes
- 12:300h30Barnsley13:00Castleford£101One-way0 changes
- 10:390h33Barnsley11:12Castleford£101One-way0 changes
- 17:300h30Barnsley18:00Castleford£101One-way0 changes
- 12:300h30Barnsley13:00Castleford£101One-way0 changes
- 16:300h30Barnsley17:00Castleford£51One-way0 changes
- 10:390h33Barnsley11:12Castleford£101One-way0 changes
- 17:400h54Barnsley18:34Castleford£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barnsley to Castleford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Castleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 21 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnsley to Castleford train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Castleford trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G89729+ G15798 | Delayed 8:41 9:39Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h33 | 10:12 Castleford station (CFD) | 1 change | |
| L89747 | On time 10:30 Barnsley station (BNY) | 0h30 | 11:00 Castleford station (CFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Castleford
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Trains from Barnsley to Castleford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 29m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 5:58 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Barnsley to Castleford trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Barnsley and Castleford from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barnsley to Castleford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley 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
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Castleford
Most Barnsley to Castleford trains use the Barnsley to Castleford station pair, with some services arriving at Glasshoughton. Use this guide to compare Barnsley and Castleford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barnsley station do trains to Castleford leave from?
Getting to Barnsley from Barnsley city centre
Barnsley train station facilities and services
Barnsley has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barnsley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barnsley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barnsley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barnsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnsley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station is only staffed for some of the day. Assistance available during booking office hours. There are 2 platforms at the station which can be accessed via the lift with level access from station entrance. Accessible pick up and set down points. Lifts open for all train services, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Castleford station do trains from Barnsley 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.
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