Scarborough to Castleford train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Scarborough to Castleford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£28

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£28

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 38 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 38 m

Trains on 18 Sept

1

Distance

88 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Scarborough to Castleford will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.

Fast trains

To travel from Scarborough to Castleford you need to make at least one change.

  • Transpennine ExpressG16141 · C24609
    5:441h38
    Scarborough station (SCA)
    7:22Castleford station (CFD)
    £281One-way
    1 change

Live departures

Scarborough to Castleford train times

The table below shows live departures for Scarborough to Castleford trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressG15833 · G15839
On time
12:53 Scarborough station (SCA)
1h28
14:21 Castleford station (CFD)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15808 · C24759
On time
18:53 Scarborough station (SCA)
1h28
20:21 Castleford station (CFD)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15940+Northern RailP23854
On time
20:53 Scarborough station (SCA)
1h56
22:49 Castleford station (CFD)
1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Scarborough to Castleford

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Take a train from Scarborough to Castleford and enjoy the approximately 88 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:21.

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
88 km
Average train duration
1h 14m
Trains per day
3
First train
5:43
Last train
22:21
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
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: Transpennine Express from Scarborough to Castleford trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Scarborough and Castleford. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£28
Transpennine Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Castleford

Things to do in Castleford

Discover the best of Castleford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castleford trip today.

  • Recommended

Castleford Museum

Town museum exploring Roman roots, mining, glass and local life. A compact, informative introduction to Castleford’s story.

  • Recommended

The Hepworth Wakefield

Free gallery in nearby Wakefield with modern and contemporary art, sculpture and changing exhibitions. Well worth the short trip from Castleford.

  • Recommended

National Coal Mining Museum for England

Mining museum at Caphouse Colliery with underground tours and exhibitions on Yorkshire coalfield life. A strong regional history day out.

Pound sterling (£)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a mid-range meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee
£2.50-4 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Scarborough to Castleford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Scarborough to Castleford is 88 km.
The first train from Scarborough to Castleford leaves at 5:43.
The last train from Scarborough to Castleford departs at 22:21.
Trains from Scarborough to Castleford run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Scarborough to Castleford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Scarborough to Castleford.
To travel from Scarborough to Castleford, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Scarborough to Castleford.
The train station in Scarborough that goes to Castleford is Scarborough station (SCA), and it arrives at Castleford station (CFD).
Booking trains from Scarborough to Castleford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Two to three days in Castleford can be sufficient to explore key attractions such as the Xscape Yorkshire entertainment complex, Junction 32 shopping outlet, and nearby historical sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Scarborough to Castleford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Scarborough and Castleford

Most Scarborough to Castleford trains use the Scarborough to Castleford station pair. Use this guide to compare Scarborough and Castleford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Scarborough
Arrival train stations in Castleford

Which Scarborough station do trains to Castleford leave from?

Trains from Scarborough to Castleford leave from Scarborough. The station is from Scarborough city centre at Scarborough station, Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1TN.
ScarboroughScarborough station, Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1TN+44 1895262122WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Scarborough from Scarborough city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick up /Drop off at the service bus stops on the main road outside of the station

Scarborough train station facilities and services

Scarborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Scarborough.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Scarborough.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Scarborough.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Scarborough: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Scarborough: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Scarborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. 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). Please be aware that this station has no 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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