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The cheapest and fastest trains from Penistone to Castleford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
28 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penistone to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penistone to Castleford will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
To travel from Penistone to Castleford you need to make at least one change.

19:431h15
Penistone20:58Castleford
£111One-way
1 change

20:431h19
Penistone22:02Castleford
£111One-way
1 change

21:431h48
Penistone23:31Castleford
£111One-way
1 change

23:237h38
Penistone07:01Castleford
£111One-way
1 change

20:191h56
Penistone22:15Castleford
£291One-way
1 change

19:431h15
Penistone20:58Castleford
£111One-way
1 change

20:431h19
Penistone22:02Castleford
£111One-way
1 change

21:431h48
Penistone23:31Castleford
£111One-way
1 change

20:191h56
Penistone22:15Castleford
£291One-way
1 change

23:237h38
Penistone07:01Castleford
£111One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penistone to Castleford
Trains from Penistone to Castleford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 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 28 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 21:25 |
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: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Penistone to Castleford trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Penistone and Castleford from £11. 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 32m
Cheapest Price
£14
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
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£11
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Penistone to Castleford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Penistone 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 Penistone to Castleford.

Booking trains from Penistone to Castleford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Penistone to Castleford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The cheapest way to get from Penistone to Castleford is by train, costing approximately £11.
The train distance from Penistone to Castleford is 28 km.
The train journey from Penistone to Castleford covers a distance of 28 km and takes approximately 1h 15m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Penistone that goes to Castleford is Penistone station (PNS), and it arrives at Castleford station (CFD).
The first train from Penistone to Castleford leaves at 6:15.
The last train from Penistone to Castleford departs at 21:25.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Penistone to Castleford.
Trains from Penistone to Castleford run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Penistone to Castleford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Penistone to Castleford.
To travel from Penistone to Castleford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Penistone to Castleford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penistone and Castleford
Penistone
Castleford
The major train station for departures in Penistone is Penistone. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penistone for your trip from Penistone to Castleford.
Amenities at train station
information
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. Level access to the Huddersfield platform. Access to the Sheffield platform is via barrow crossing
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Penistone
- 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 on the Station Car Park.
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 Penistone.
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
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