The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford to Wombwell
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Wombwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford to Wombwell will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Castleford for Wombwell every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 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.
6:170h34Castleford6:51Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
6:520h38Castleford7:30Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
7:520h35Castleford8:27Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
8:520h35Castleford9:27Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
9:520h35Castleford10:27Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
6:170h34Castleford6:51Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
11:520h34Castleford12:26Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
14:520h34Castleford15:26Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
7:520h35Castleford8:27Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
8:520h35Castleford9:27Wombwell£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Castleford to Wombwell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castleford to Wombwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Castleford to Wombwell train times
The table below shows live departures for Castleford to Wombwell trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:17 Castleford | 0h34 | 6:51 Wombwell | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:52 Castleford | 0h38 | 7:30 Wombwell | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:52 Castleford | 0h35 | 8:27 Wombwell | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:52 Castleford | 0h35 | 9:27 Wombwell | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:52 Castleford | 0h35 | 10:27 Wombwell | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford to Wombwell
Trains from Castleford to Wombwell run on average 6 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 35m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 22:52 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Castleford to Wombwell trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Castleford and Wombwell from £8. 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 to Wombwell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castleford to Wombwell 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 Wombwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Wombwell
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off adjacent to the station at service bus stop.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via steep ramps and road bridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the entrance to the Station Car Park.
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