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The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrogate to Castleford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
32 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrogate to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrogate to Castleford will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Harrogate for Castleford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
05:071h11
Harrogate06:18Castleford
£141One-way
0 changes
06:041h14
Harrogate07:18Castleford
£141One-way
0 changes
20:451h04
Harrogate21:49Castleford
£141One-way
0 changes
20:451h04
Harrogate21:49Castleford
£141One-way
0 changes
05:071h11
Harrogate06:18Castleford
£141One-way
0 changes
06:041h14
Harrogate07:18Castleford
£141One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Harrogate to Castleford train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:51
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y00353 · Y06524 | On time 06:07 Harrogate station (HGT) | 1h11 | 07:18 Castleford station (CFD) | 1 change | |
| Y05823 · Y01560 | On time 06:33 Harrogate station (HGT) | 1h16 | 07:49 Castleford station (CFD) | 1 change | |
Y05818 · Y02219+ C26245 | On time 06:53 Harrogate station (HGT) | 1h20 | 08:13 Castleford station (CFD) | 2 changes | |
| Y02533 · Y06580 | On time 07:04 Harrogate station (HGT) | 1h14 | 08:18 Castleford station (CFD) | 1 change | |
| Y02565+C26234 | On time 07:09 Harrogate station (HGT) | 1h09 | 08:18 Castleford station (CFD) | 1 change | |
| Y02531 · Y01578 | On time 07:45 Harrogate station (HGT) | 1h04 | 08:49 Castleford station (CFD) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 05:07 Harrogate | 1h11 | 06:18 Castleford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrogate to Castleford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Harrogate to Castleford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 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 32 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 06:07 |
Last train 22:48 |
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) from Harrogate to Castleford trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Harrogate and Castleford from £12. 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 2m
Cheapest Price
£12
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 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: Harrogate to Castleford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Harrogate to Castleford 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 Harrogate to Castleford.
Booking trains from Harrogate to Castleford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Harrogate to Castleford is 32 km.
To get from Harrogate to Castleford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Harrogate to Castleford covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 1h 2m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Harrogate to Castleford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The first train from Harrogate to Castleford leaves at 6:07.
The cheapest way to get from Harrogate to Castleford is by train, costing approximately £12.
The last train from Harrogate to Castleford departs at 22:48.
The train station in Harrogate that goes to Castleford is Harrogate station (HGT), and it arrives at Castleford station (CFD).
Trains from Harrogate to Castleford run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Harrogate to Castleford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Harrogate to Castleford.
Yes, you can take the train from Harrogate to Castleford.
There is no night train service from Harrogate to Castleford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Harrogate and Castleford
Harrogate
Castleford
The major train station for departures in Harrogate is Harrogate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harrogate for your trip from Harrogate to Castleford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 19:00 Sunday 09:15 - 18:00 part time opening hours
Shopping
- Type of shops available: shopping precinct and real ale pub adjacent to station platforms.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Lifts between platforms are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Disabled user friendly
- 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: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Harrogate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- 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 LDS platform. Gently-sloping ramp to YRK platform
- 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- 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 Hornbeam Park
- 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 in Hookstone Road by the entrance to the public park (In the layby for services towards Harrogate, opposite the layby for services towards Leeds). The park entrance is 120 yards from the footpath to the station platforms).
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Step-free access to both platforms via short ramps from separate entrances. Step-free access between platforms via subway with fairly steep ramps.
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on the Leeds bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Starbeck
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops near to the level crossing. (Station side for York, opposite side for Harrogate)
The major train station for arrivals in Castleford is Castleford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Castleford for your journey to Castleford from Harrogate.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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