The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD)
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
47
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) you need to make at least one change.
5:541h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:49Castleford station (CFD)£451One-way1 change
6:541h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:49Castleford station (CFD)£451One-way1 change
7:541h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:49Castleford station (CFD)£451One-way1 change
8:541h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:49Castleford station (CFD)£451One-way1 change
9:541h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:49Castleford station (CFD)£451One-way1 change
6:241h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:11Castleford station (CFD)£571One-way1 change
7:241h48Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:12Castleford station (CFD)£571One-way1 change
9:241h48Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:12Castleford station (CFD)£571One-way1 change
10:241h48Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:12Castleford station (CFD)£571One-way1 change
11:241h48Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:12Castleford station (CFD)£571One-way1 change
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:49 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 8h19 | 6:08 Castleford station (CFD) | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 8h07 | 6:08 Castleford station (CFD) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 23:30 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 7h46 | 7:16 Castleford station (CFD) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 12:24, the last at 12:24. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 12:24 |
Last train 12:24 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Castleford station (CFD) from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) 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 station (CFD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Castleford station (CFD)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Castleford station (CFD) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Castleford station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Castleford station (CFD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Castleford from Castleford city centre
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.

