Castleford to Durham train with Transpennine Express

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Castleford to Durham train times

The table below shows live departures for Castleford to Durham trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Transpennine Express15:13 Castleford
1h53
17:06 Durham0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Castleford to Durham

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Trains from Castleford to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:29, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 53m.

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
118 km
Average train duration
1h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 53m
First train
4:29
Last train
22:34
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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: Transpennine Express from Castleford to Durham trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Castleford and Durham from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
£38
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Castleford to Durham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Castleford to Durham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £38, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The train journey from Castleford to Durham covers a distance of 118 km and takes approximately 1h 53m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Castleford to Durham is 118 km.
The first train from Castleford to Durham leaves at 4:29.
The last train from Castleford to Durham departs at 22:34.
Trains from Castleford to Durham run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castleford to Durham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Castleford to Durham.
To travel from Castleford to Durham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Castleford to Durham.
The train station in Castleford that goes to Durham is Castleford station (CFD), and it arrives at Durham station (DHM).
The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Durham is by train, costing approximately £38.
Booking trains from Castleford to Durham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Castleford to Durham offers a mix of urban and rural views, featuring landscapes typical of northern England, but it is not widely renowned for being particularly scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Castleford to Durham is feasible. The journey takes 1h 53m and covers 118 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Durham allows you to explore its historic sites, such as Durham Cathedral and Castle, enjoy the scenic riverside, and experience the local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Castleford to Durham.

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Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Durham

Most Castleford to Durham trains use the Castleford to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Castleford and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Castleford
Arrival train stations in Durham

Which Castleford station do trains to Durham leave from?

Trains from Castleford to Durham leave from Castleford. The station is 1 km from Castleford city centre at Carlton Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 1EA, United Kingdom.
CastlefordCarlton Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 1EA, United Kingdom+44 345 748 4950WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
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.

GlasshoughtonGlasshoughton station, Colorado Way, Glasshoughton, West Yorkshire, WF10 4TAParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Glasshoughton from Castleford city centre

Glasshoughton is 2 km from Castleford city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - Knottingley, Leeds - Goole · 4m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus146 · 11m · £2 · every ~2 min

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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