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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford to Durham
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford to Durham will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Castleford for Durham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Castleford to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 118 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Castleford to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Castleford to Durham trains for today, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:56 Castleford | 1h23 | 07:19 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 06:13 Castleford | 1h41 | 07:54 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:13 Castleford | 1h41 | 08:54 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:14 Castleford | 1h50 | 09:04 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:12 Castleford | 1h39 | 10:51 Durham | 0 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 £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:05, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 03:05 |
Last train 22:34 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Castleford to Durham trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Castleford and Durham from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Durham
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Carlton Street.
- The Glass Blower
- The Junction
- Outside the main entrance.
- £0.30
- Premier Inn Castleford
- Wheldale Hotel
- Castleford Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: trains to Leeds
- Platform 2: trains to Knottingley
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern Rail services
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off adjacent to the station at service bus stop.
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
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