Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£5

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£5

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

10 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

10 m

Trains on 18 Sept

1

Distance

10 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) 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 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK), including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 10 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 10 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
    8:520h10
    Castleford station (CFD)
    9:02Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
    £51One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £5.

Distance: 10 km

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Driving

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£2

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

40m

Average total duration

Fastest

10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

23m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) is a train with an average price of £5.
The fastest way to travel from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) is by train with an average journey time of 10m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Castleford station (CFD) and Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 13m sooner (10m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) train times

The table below shows live departures for Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressC24686
On time
8:22 Castleford station (CFD)
0h10
8:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23813
On time
8:52 Castleford station (CFD)
0h10
9:02 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24691
On time
9:22 Castleford station (CFD)
0h10
9:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23814
On time
9:52 Castleford station (CFD)
0h11
10:03 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24696
On time
10:22 Castleford station (CFD)
0h10
10:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP23815
On time
10:52 Castleford station (CFD)
0h10
11:02 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
0 changesdirect

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Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail offer trains services from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).
  • 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 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)

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Trains from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 10m.

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
10 km
Average train duration
10m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
10m
First train
6:17
Last train
23:37
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
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: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Castleford station (CFD) and Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
10m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£5
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

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 Northern Rail Duration
10m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
3 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

FAQs: Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) 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 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) covers a distance of 10 km and takes approximately 10m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) is 10 km.
The first train from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) leaves at 6:17.
The last train from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) departs at 23:37.
Trains from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).
Yes, there is a direct train between Castleford station (CFD) and Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK). The service operates 9 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, Northern Rail.
To get from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).
The cheapest way to get from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Castleford to Wakefield Kirkgate passes through a mix of urban and countryside views, with sections featuring industrial landscapes and glimpses of green fields, offering a moderately scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Castleford to Wakefield Kirkgate is feasible. The journey takes 10m, covers 10 km, and there are 7 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Castleford station (CFD) and Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)

Most Castleford station (CFD) to Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) trains use the Castleford to Wakefield Kirkgate station pair. Use this guide to compare Castleford station (CFD) and Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Castleford
Arrival train stations in Wakefield
CastlefordCarlton Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 1EA, United Kingdom+44 345 748 4950WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Castleford from Castleford city centre

BusSeveral lines available
TrainNorthern Rail services

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.

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