The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford to Knaresborough
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Knaresborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford to Knaresborough will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Castleford for Knaresborough 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 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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 Knaresborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Castleford to Knaresborough trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:31 Castleford | 1h46 | 07:17 Knaresborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford to Knaresborough
Trains from Castleford to Knaresborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 54m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 06:31 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Castleford to Knaresborough trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Castleford and Knaresborough from £12. 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 Knaresborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford to Knaresborough 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 Knaresborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Knaresborough
- 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.
- 6:30 AM - 1:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, managed by Northern Rail.
- The Worlds End
- Six Poor Folk
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- The Dower House Hotel
- Best Western Crown Hotel
- The General Tarleton Inn
- 16 spaces, not covered
- Bus: Local bus services available from the nearby bus stop
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