The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 18 trains that leave Castleford station (CFD) for Leeds station (LDS) every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.
G8622412:340h20Castleford station (CFD)12:54Leeds station (LDS)£41One-way0 changes
L8975112:030h21Castleford station (CFD)12:24Leeds station (LDS)£41One-way0 changes
L8975614:040h20Castleford station (CFD)14:24Leeds station (LDS)£41One-way0 changes
G8623114:330h21Castleford station (CFD)14:54Leeds station (LDS)£41One-way0 changes
G8622813:340h20Castleford station (CFD)13:54Leeds station (LDS)£41One-way0 changes
G862109:340h19Castleford station (CFD)9:53Leeds station (LDS)£61One-way0 changes
G8622412:340h20Castleford station (CFD)12:54Leeds station (LDS)£41One-way0 changes
L8975614:040h20Castleford station (CFD)14:24Leeds station (LDS)£41One-way0 changes
G8622813:340h20Castleford station (CFD)13:54Leeds station (LDS)£41One-way0 changes
L897419:040h20Castleford station (CFD)9:24Leeds station (LDS)£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 15 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L89740 | On time 9:04 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h20 | 9:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G86210 | 9:33 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h20 | 9:53 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89744 | On time 10:03 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h22 | 10:25 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G86216 | 10:33 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h21 | 10:54 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89747 | On time 11:03 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h20 | 11:23 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G86220 | 11:33 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h21 | 11:54 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89751 | On time 12:03 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h21 | 12:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G86224 | 12:34 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h20 | 12:54 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89753 | On time 13:03 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h21 | 13:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G86228 | 13:34 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h20 | 13:54 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89756 | On time 14:03 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h21 | 14:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G86231 | 14:33 Castleford station (CFD) | 0h21 | 14:54 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) by train or coach
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Why should you book Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS).
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS)
Trains from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 17:03. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 20m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 5:31 |
Last train 17:03 |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Castleford station (CFD) and Leeds station (LDS) from £4. 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 station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford station (CFD) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 Leeds station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Castleford station (CFD) and Leeds station (LDS)
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
