Castleford to Knaresborough train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford to Knaresborough

Showing times and prices for 07 Nov

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

Northern Rail (3)
05:311h46
Castleford
07:17Knaresborough
£141One-way
0 changes

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.

Last updated at 10:17
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_rail05:31 Castleford
1h46
07:17 Knaresborough0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Castleford to Knaresborough

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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.

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
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
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

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.

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
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£14
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 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
54m
Cheapest Price
£31
first_transpennine_express frequency
8 a day

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.

FAQs
A visit to Knaresborough is well-suited for a two-day stay, allowing time to explore key attractions such as Knaresborough Castle, Mother Shipton's Cave, and the scenic riverside walks.
The train distance from Castleford to Knaresborough is 32 km.
To get from Castleford to Knaresborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Castleford to Knaresborough covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 54m. Trains run 6 per day.
Booking trains from Castleford to Knaresborough 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 Knaresborough leaves at 6:31.
The last train from Castleford to Knaresborough departs at 21:35.
Trains from Castleford to Knaresborough run approximately 6 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Castleford to Knaresborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £18.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Castleford to Knaresborough.
The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Knaresborough is by train, costing approximately £12.
The train station in Castleford that goes to Knaresborough is Castleford station (CFD), and it arrives at Knaresborough station (KNA).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castleford to Knaresborough.
There is no night train service from Castleford to Knaresborough.
Yes, you can take the train from Castleford to Knaresborough.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Knaresborough

Castleford
Knaresborough
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 Knaresborough.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
  • Closed Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from Carlton Street.
Dining
Dining
  • The Glass Blower
  • The Junction
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
WC
WC
  • £0.30
Hotel
Hotel
  • Premier Inn Castleford
  • Wheldale Hotel
  • Castleford Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main concourse
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
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
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
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.

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