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The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford to Glasgow
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
302 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford to Glasgow will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Castleford for Glasgow every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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.
06:124h54
Castleford11:06Glasgow
£411One-way
0 changes
06:044h57
Castleford11:01Glasgow
£601One-way
0 changes
05:315h05
Castleford10:36Glasgow
£661One-way
0 changes
06:124h54
Castleford11:06Glasgow
£411One-way
0 changes
06:044h57
Castleford11:01Glasgow
£601One-way
0 changes
05:315h05
Castleford10:36Glasgow
£661One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Castleford to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 302 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£54 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Castleford to Glasgow train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:31 Castleford | 5h05 | 10:36 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:13 Castleford | 4h53 | 11:06 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Castleford to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 18:40 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Castleford to Glasgow trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Castleford and Glasgow from £17. 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
4h 57m
Cheapest Price
£52
Northern Rail (3) frequency
1 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
4h 17m
Cheapest Price
£115
first_transpennine_express frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Castleford to Glasgow train
FAQs: Travel by train from Castleford to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Castleford to Glasgow.
The train distance from Castleford to Glasgow is 302 km.
To get from Castleford to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Castleford to Glasgow covers a distance of 302 km and takes approximately 4h 2m. Trains run 6 per day.
Booking trains from Castleford to Glasgow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Castleford to Glasgow leaves at 4:22.
The cost of a train ticket from Castleford to Glasgow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The last train from Castleford to Glasgow departs at 18:40.
Trains from Castleford to Glasgow run approximately 6 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Glasgow is by coach, costing approximately £17.
The train station in Castleford that goes to Glasgow is Castleford station (CFD), and it arrives at Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Castleford to Glasgow.
There is no night train service from Castleford to Glasgow.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castleford to Glasgow.
Yes, you can take the train from Castleford to Glasgow.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Glasgow
Castleford
Glasgow
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 Glasgow.
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 Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your journey to Glasgow from Castleford.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse.
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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