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Compare train and coach for Castleford to Dewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford to Dewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 18 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford to Dewsbury
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Trains from Castleford to Dewsbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 51m.
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 18 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 22:26 |
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), first_transpennine_express from Castleford to Dewsbury trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Castleford and Dewsbury from £7. 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
52m
Cheapest Price
£7
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
£21
first_transpennine_express frequency
18 a day
FAQs: Castleford to Dewsbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford to Dewsbury 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 Dewsbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Castleford to Dewsbury is 18 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Castleford and Dewsbury. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_transpennine_express.
The train journey from Castleford to Dewsbury covers a distance of 18 km and takes approximately 51m. Trains run 7 per day.
To get from Castleford to Dewsbury, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Castleford to Dewsbury leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Castleford to Dewsbury departs at 22:26.
Trains from Castleford to Dewsbury run approximately 7 times per day.
There is no night train service from Castleford to Dewsbury.
A day or two is generally sufficient to explore Dewsbury, covering key attractions like the Dewsbury Minster, local markets, and nearby countryside walks.
Booking trains from Castleford to Dewsbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Castleford to Dewsbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Dewsbury is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train station in Castleford that goes to Dewsbury is Castleford station (CFD), and it arrives at Dewsbury station (DEW).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castleford to Dewsbury.
Yes, you can take the train from Castleford to Dewsbury.
Yes, a day trip from Castleford to Dewsbury is feasible. The journey takes 51m and covers a distance of 18 km. Trains operate 7 times per day.
The train journey from Castleford to Dewsbury offers views typical of West Yorkshire, featuring industrial landscapes, residential areas, and patches of greenery, though it may not be considered particularly scenic compared to more rural routes.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Dewsbury
Castleford
Dewsbury
The major train station for departures in Castleford is Castleford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Castleford for your trip from Castleford to Dewsbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmAccessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Glasshoughton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off adjacent to the station at service bus stop.
The major train station for arrivals in Dewsbury is Dewsbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dewsbury for your journey to Dewsbury from Castleford.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 to Platform 1 (trains from Manchester towards Leeds). This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday: 07:00 - 19:45 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 1 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There are no toilet facilities available at this station
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: A secure Cycle Hub storage facility is situated on Platform 2. Cycle racks are also available on Platform 1. Information about travelling with your cycle on TransPennine Express trains is available here Information about travelling with your cycle on Northern trains is available here
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Dewsbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in front of the station (adjacent to station car park).
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as access to platform 2 (HUD) is via steps. Platform 1 (LDS) is level access.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Ravensthorpe
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Calder Rd at the top of the Station Approach. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Huddersfield)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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