The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford to Goole
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Goole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford to Goole will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Castleford for Goole 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 33 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.










Live departures
Castleford to Goole train times
The table below shows live departures for Castleford to Goole trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:52 Castleford | 1h50 | 08:42 Goole | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:12 Castleford | 2h19 | 09:31 Goole | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:52 Castleford | 1h49 | 09:41 Goole | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:13 Castleford | 2h21 | 10:34 Goole | 2 changes | |
![]() | 08:52 Castleford | 1h51 | 10:43 Goole | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford to Goole
Trains from Castleford to Goole run on average 2 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 05:09 |
Last train 21:53 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Castleford to Goole trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Castleford and Goole 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 Goole train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford to Goole 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 Goole, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Goole
- 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
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to platform 2 adjacent to station car park. Platform 1 access via a ramped subway
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the Station Car Park.
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