The cheapest and fastest trains from Sowerby Bridge to Castleford
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sowerby Bridge to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sowerby Bridge to Castleford will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sowerby Bridge for Castleford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.


Live departures
Sowerby Bridge to Castleford train times
The table below shows live departures for Sowerby Bridge to Castleford trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:52 Sowerby Bridge | 1h26 | 06:18 Castleford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Sowerby Bridge to Castleford by train
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
06 Dec
07 Dec
08 Dec
09 Dec
10 Dec
11 Dec
12 Dec
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sowerby Bridge to Castleford
Trains from Sowerby Bridge to Castleford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 48m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 20:33 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Sowerby Bridge to Castleford trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sowerby Bridge 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)
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Sowerby Bridge to Castleford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sowerby Bridge 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sowerby Bridge and Castleford
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed however disabled passengers can still get access onto the platforms. Level access onto Manchester bound platforms from car park. Steeped ramp to Leeds bound platform.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station forecourt and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop at the station but not many buses stop there.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station car park.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Carlton Street.
- The Glass Blower
- The Junction
- Outside the main entrance.
- £0.30
- Premier Inn Castleford
- Wheldale Hotel
- Castleford Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: trains to Leeds
- Platform 2: trains to Knottingley
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern Rail services
Most popular train connections from Sowerby Bridge
More options for your journey from Sowerby Bridge to Castleford
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
