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The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford to Whiston
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
100 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Whiston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford to Whiston will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Fast trains
To travel from Castleford to Whiston you need to make at least 2 changes.

06:202h12
Castleford08:32Whiston
£401One-way
1 change

07:242h08
Castleford09:32Whiston
£401One-way
1 change

08:182h14
Castleford10:32Whiston
£401One-way
1 change

09:222h10
Castleford11:32Whiston
£401One-way
1 change

10:222h11
Castleford12:33Whiston
£401One-way
1 change

07:331h59
Castleford09:32Whiston
£471One-way
2 changes

09:331h59
Castleford11:32Whiston
£471One-way
2 changes

12:331h59
Castleford14:32Whiston
£471One-way
2 changes

13:331h59
Castleford15:32Whiston
£471One-way
2 changes

14:331h59
Castleford16:32Whiston
£471One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Castleford to Whiston train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 06:51
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:20 Castleford | 2h12 | 08:32 Whiston | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:31 Castleford | 2h01 | 08:32 Whiston | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford to Whiston
Trains from Castleford to Whiston run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
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 100 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 18:25 |
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 Trains Limited from Castleford to Whiston trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Castleford and Whiston from £40. 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
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 Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£47
Northern Trains Limited frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Castleford to Whiston train
FAQs: Travel by train from Castleford to Whiston easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Castleford to Whiston.

The train distance from Castleford to Whiston is 100 km.
The train journey from Castleford to Whiston covers a distance of 100 km and takes approximately 1h 59m. Trains run 25 per day.
Booking trains from Castleford to Whiston 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 Whiston leaves at 6:25.
The last train from Castleford to Whiston departs at 18:25.
Trains from Castleford to Whiston run approximately 25 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Castleford to Whiston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Whiston is by train, costing approximately £40.
The train station in Castleford that goes to Whiston is Castleford station (CFD), and it arrives at Whiston station (WHN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castleford to Whiston.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Castleford to Whiston.
There is no night train service from Castleford to Whiston.
Yes, you can take the train from Castleford to Whiston.
To travel from Castleford to Whiston, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Whiston
Castleford
Whiston
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 Whiston.
Amenities at train station
information
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
The major train station for arrivals in Whiston is Whiston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Whiston for your journey to Whiston from Castleford.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to Liverpool platform. Ramped access to Manchester platform
- 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
Public transport options for Whiston
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the bus turning circle on the station forecourt.
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