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Huddersfield Art Gallery
Town-centre museum and gallery with local history displays, fine art and changing exhibitions in a handsome civic building.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford to Huddersfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 29 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Castleford to Huddersfield:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castleford to Huddersfield costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Huddersfield take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 18m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (37m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Castleford to Huddersfield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:05, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 30m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 3:05 |
Last train 23:37 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Town-centre museum and gallery with local history displays, fine art and changing exhibitions in a handsome civic building.
Independent museum preserving broadcloth weaving machinery and stories from Huddersfield's textile past in Golcar.
Museum in Ravensknowle Park exploring local archaeology, transport and social history inside a former mansion.
Large Green Flag park with woodland walks, sports facilities and broad views, popular for relaxed outdoor time near the centre.
Historic arcade and market quarter with independent shops, handsome Victorian architecture and a lively town-centre atmosphere.
Waterside walking route beside narrowboats, locks and warehouses, offering an easy way to explore Huddersfield's industrial landscape.
A hearty Yorkshire beef stew slowly braised with onions and ale. A long-standing West Yorkshire pub staple, especially comforting in colder months.
Thin batter pudding baked until crisp and golden, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy in Sunday dinners across Yorkshire.
A soft white bread roll stuffed with local pork sausage, often sold by West Yorkshire bakers. It is a familiar quick breakfast or lunch snack.
Well-known local pie and pea shop serving traditional Yorkshire comfort food in a simple, historic setting.
Popular town-centre Indian restaurant known for polished service, classic curries and a smart but relaxed dining room.
Lively bar and grill serving burgers, steaks and comfort food in a casual modern setting close to the centre.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London; buses are affordable, but central accommodation can raise trip costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Huddersfield Station -> St George's Square, Huddersfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford to Huddersfield 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 Huddersfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Castleford to Huddersfield trains use the Castleford to Huddersfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Castleford and Huddersfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Glass Blower, The Junction
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Castleford. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Castleford. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Castleford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Castleford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleford.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Castleford, Wheldale Hotel, Castleford Hotel.
Glasshoughton is 2 km from Castleford city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasshoughton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Glasshoughton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasshoughton: Parking.
Available at Glasshoughton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Huddersfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Huddersfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Huddersfield. ATMs are available at Huddersfield.
Ticket office support is available at Huddersfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Huddersfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Huddersfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Huddersfield: 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 the subway and platforms 4 to 8. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay), 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: No.
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