The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 2 trains that leave Castleford station (CFD) for London Kings Cross (KGX) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 258 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.
11:222h31Castleford station (CFD)13:53London Kings Cross (KGX)£631One-way0 changes
13:372h53Castleford station (CFD)16:30London Kings Cross (KGX)£751One-way0 changes
11:222h31Castleford station (CFD)13:53London Kings Cross (KGX)£631One-way0 changes
13:372h53Castleford station (CFD)16:30London Kings Cross (KGX)£751One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 258 km
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Live departures
Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:22 Castleford station (CFD) | 2h31 | 13:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:37 Castleford station (CFD) | 2h53 | 16:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 258 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 258 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 6:22 |
Last train 20:52 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Castleford station (CFD) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £10. 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Castleford station (CFD) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Castleford station (CFD) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Castleford to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Castleford station (CFD) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Castleford from Castleford city centre
Castleford 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 and drink
Food options include: The Glass Blower, The Junction
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Castleford. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Castleford. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castleford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Castleford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleford.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Castleford, Wheldale Hotel, Castleford Hotel.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.

