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Compare prices and tickets Castleford to Skipton by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford to Skipton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Castleford to Skipton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 22m.
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 50 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 21:44 |
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), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Castleford to Skipton trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Castleford and Skipton from £9. 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 22m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Rail (3) frequency
7 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
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£30
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
23 a day
FAQs: Castleford to Skipton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford to Skipton 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 Skipton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days in Skipton should be sufficient to explore its charming market town atmosphere, visit Skipton Castle, and enjoy a canal boat ride.
Yes, a day trip from Castleford to Skipton is feasible as the journey takes 1h 22m and the distance is 50 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
Booking trains from Castleford to Skipton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Castleford to Skipton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Skipton is by train, costing approximately £9.
The train station in Castleford that goes to Skipton is Castleford station (CFD), and it arrives at Skipton station (SKI).
The train distance from Castleford to Skipton is 50 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castleford to Skipton.
The train journey from Castleford to Skipton covers a distance of 50 km and takes approximately 1h 22m. Trains run 6 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Castleford to Skipton.
To travel from Castleford to Skipton, you can take a train.
The first train from Castleford to Skipton leaves at 5:44.
The last train from Castleford to Skipton departs at 21:44.
Trains from Castleford to Skipton run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Castleford to Skipton.
There is no night train service from Castleford to Skipton.
Yes, the train journey from Castleford to Skipton is considered scenic as it passes through picturesque Yorkshire landscapes, including rolling hills, charming villages, and stretches of open countryside.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Skipton
Castleford
Skipton
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 Skipton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Carlton Street.
Dining
- The Glass Blower
- The Junction
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Castleford
- Wheldale Hotel
- Castleford Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmAccessibility
- 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
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Skipton is Skipton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Skipton for your journey to Skipton from Castleford.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 18:20 Saturday 05:50 - 18:20 Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Platforms 1 and 2. Fairly steep ramps to Platforms 3 and 4.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: between Platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Skipton
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park at the front of the station
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