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Castleford Museum
Town museum exploring Roman roots, mining, glass and local life. A compact, informative introduction to Castleford’s story.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dewsbury to Castleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 18 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Dewsbury to Castleford trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:35 Dewsbury | 0h37 | 7:12 Castleford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:57 Dewsbury | 0h52 | 13:49 Castleford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Dewsbury to Castleford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 37m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 22:33 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Castleford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castleford trip today.
Town museum exploring Roman roots, mining, glass and local life. A compact, informative introduction to Castleford’s story.
Free gallery in nearby Wakefield with modern and contemporary art, sculpture and changing exhibitions. Well worth the short trip from Castleford.
Mining museum at Caphouse Colliery with underground tours and exhibitions on Yorkshire coalfield life. A strong regional history day out.
Large country park on former colliery land with lakes, sculpture, trails and open views. Ideal for walking, cycling and family visits.
Waterside park and heritage area around old locks and canal structures. Good for an easy stroll and understanding local industrial history.
Central pedestrian shopping street that gives a feel for everyday Castleford. Useful for seeing the town centre and local atmosphere.
A hearty Yorkshire pudding traditionally filled with sausages and onion gravy. A staple Sunday and pub dish across West Yorkshire.
Thinly sliced roast beef served with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. Central to traditional Yorkshire Sunday dinners.
A rich fruit loaf flavoured with tea or spices, eaten sliced with butter. Long associated with Yorkshire baking and local teatime.
Established steakhouse and grill in Xscape Yorkshire, known for steaks, burgers and a lively casual atmosphere.
Popular Italian chain restaurant at Xscape Yorkshire serving pizza, pasta and grills in a family-friendly setting.
Well-known pub restaurant offering carveries, grills and classic British comfort food in a relaxed, traditional setting.
Moderate for the UK: meals and local transport are reasonable, while hotels can vary. Cheaper than London, but not as low-cost as the cheapest northern towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafés usually do not expect tips, though spare change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dewsbury to Castleford 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 Castleford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dewsbury to Castleford trains use the Dewsbury to Castleford station pair, with some services arriving at Glasshoughton. Use this guide to compare Dewsbury and Castleford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dewsbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dewsbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Dewsbury.
Ticket office support is available at Dewsbury.
Available at Dewsbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Dewsbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dewsbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 1 (trains from Manchester towards Leeds). This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday: 07:00 - 19:45 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 1 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Ravensthorpe is 2 km from Dewsbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Ravensthorpe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ravensthorpe.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ravensthorpe: Parking.
Available at Ravensthorpe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ravensthorpe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as access to platform 2 (HUD) is via steps. Platform 1 (LDS) is level access, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: The Glass Blower, The Junction
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Castleford. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Castleford. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Castleford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Castleford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleford.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Castleford, Wheldale Hotel, Castleford Hotel.
Glasshoughton is 2 km from Castleford city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasshoughton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Glasshoughton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasshoughton: Parking.
Available at Glasshoughton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasshoughton: 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.
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