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Castleford Museum
Town museum exploring Roman roots, mining, glass and local life. A compact, informative introduction to Castleford’s story.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Castleford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 45 m
Trains on 23 Sept
1
Distance
143 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Castleford will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Fast trains
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 1 trains from Birmingham to Castleford, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.
8:272h45Birmingham11:12Castleford£351One-way0 changes
- 8:272h45Birmingham11:12Castleford£351One-way0 changes
Live departures
Birmingham to Castleford train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Castleford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:27 Birmingham | 2h45 | 11:12 Castleford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Castleford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Birmingham to Castleford and enjoy the approximately 143 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 20:52.
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 143 km |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 20:52 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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: Cross Country from Birmingham to Castleford trainsCross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Castleford. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£94
Cross Country frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Castleford
Things to do in Castleford
Discover the best of Castleford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castleford trip today.
- Recommended
The Hepworth Wakefield
Free gallery in nearby Wakefield with modern and contemporary art, sculpture and changing exhibitions. Well worth the short trip from Castleford.
- Recommended
National Coal Mining Museum for England
Mining museum at Caphouse Colliery with underground tours and exhibitions on Yorkshire coalfield life. A strong regional history day out.
- Recommended
Xscape Yorkshire Country Park
Large country park on former colliery land with lakes, sculpture, trails and open views. Ideal for walking, cycling and family visits.
- Recommended
Castleford Canal and Riverside
Waterside park and heritage area around old locks and canal structures. Good for an easy stroll and understanding local industrial history.
Carlton Street
Central pedestrian shopping street that gives a feel for everyday Castleford. Useful for seeing the town centre and local atmosphere.
Toad in the Hole
A hearty Yorkshire pudding traditionally filled with sausages and onion gravy. A staple Sunday and pub dish across West Yorkshire.
Roast Beef with Yorkshire Pudding
Thinly sliced roast beef served with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. Central to traditional Yorkshire Sunday dinners.
Yorkshire Tea Loaf
A rich fruit loaf flavoured with tea or spices, eaten sliced with butter. Long associated with Yorkshire baking and local teatime.
Wildwood
Established steakhouse and grill in Xscape Yorkshire, known for steaks, burgers and a lively casual atmosphere.
Bella Italia
Popular Italian chain restaurant at Xscape Yorkshire serving pizza, pasta and grills in a family-friendly setting.
The Glass Blower
Well-known pub restaurant offering carveries, grills and classic British comfort food in a relaxed, traditional setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: meals and local transport are reasonable, while hotels can vary. Cheaper than London, but not as low-cost as the cheapest northern towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafés usually do not expect tips, though spare change is appreciated.
FAQs: Birmingham to Castleford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
The train distance from Birmingham to Castleford is 143 km.
The first train from Birmingham to Castleford leaves at 6:03.
The last train from Birmingham to Castleford departs at 20:52.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham to Castleford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Birmingham to Castleford.
To get from Birmingham to Castleford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Birmingham to Castleford.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Castleford is Birmingham New Street (BHM), and it arrives at Castleford station (CFD).
Booking trains from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Castleford offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring views of the Midlands countryside, towns, and industrial areas, but it is not typically described as a particularly scenic route.
Two to three days in Castleford can be sufficient to explore key attractions such as the Xscape Yorkshire entertainment complex, Junction 32 shopping outlet, and nearby historical sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Castleford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Castleford
Most Birmingham to Castleford trains use the Birmingham New Street to Castleford station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Castleford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Birmingham
Arrival train stations in Castleford
Birmingham New StreetStation Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £2 · every ~27 min
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Which Castleford station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Trains from Birmingham to Castleford arrive at Castleford. Castleford is 1 km from Castleford city centre.
CastlefordCarlton Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 1EA, United Kingdom+44 345 748 4950
City-centre transport
Getting to Castleford from Castleford city centre
BusSeveral lines available
TrainNorthern Rail services
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.
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