Walkden to Castleford train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Walkden to Castleford

Showing times and prices for 16 Nov

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

2 h 35 m

Average duration

2 h 40 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

72 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Walkden to Castleford will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Walkden for Castleford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.

TransPennine Express
13:382h35
Walkden
16:13Castleford
£331One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
09:372h35
Walkden
12:12Castleford
£331One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
09:382h56
Walkden
12:34Castleford
£331One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
07:372h35
Walkden
10:12Castleford
£341One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Walkden to Castleford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Walkden to Castleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £33.

Distance: 72 km

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£33

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£33

Average Price

2h 25m

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Fastest

1h 55m

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30m

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3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

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Live departures

Walkden to Castleford train times

The table below shows live departures for Walkden to Castleford trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:37
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transpennine_express07:37 Walkden
2h35
10:12 Castleford0 changesdirect
transpennine_express09:37 Walkden
2h35
12:12 Castleford0 changesdirect
northern_rail09:38 Walkden
2h56
12:34 Castleford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Walkden to Castleford

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Trains from Walkden to Castleford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 59m.

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
72 km
Average train duration
1h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 59m
First train
00:04
Last train
21:33
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, Northern Rail (3) from Walkden to Castleford trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Walkden and Castleford from £33. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£33
TransPennine Express frequency
3 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

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 59m
Cheapest Price
£33
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 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: Walkden to Castleford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Walkden 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 cheapest way to get from Walkden to Castleford is by train, costing approximately £33.
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.
The train distance from Walkden to Castleford is 72 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Walkden to Castleford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £33.
Booking trains from Walkden to Castleford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Walkden to Castleford departs at 21:33.
The train journey from Walkden to Castleford covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 1h 59m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Walkden that goes to Castleford is Walkden station (WKD), and it arrives at Castleford station (CFD).
The first train from Walkden to Castleford leaves at 0:04.
Trains from Walkden to Castleford run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Walkden to Castleford.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Walkden to Castleford.
Yes, you can take the train from Walkden to Castleford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Walkden to Castleford.
To get from Walkden to Castleford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Walkden and Castleford

Walkden
Castleford
The major train station for departures in Walkden is Walkden. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Walkden for your trip from Walkden to Castleford.
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Amenities at train station
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DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
Walkden station, Walkden Road, Walkden, Greater Manchester, M28 3DY
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:40 Saturday 07:10 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Walkden Road, up 14 steps into the ticket office and then up 28 steps onto the platform. Trains to Manchester leave on the left. Services Towards Wigan leave on the right.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Walkden
  • Onward travel information: Located on Walkden Road and Memorial Road for buses to Bolton, Manchester, Eccles and Trafford Park. Adjacent to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station on Walkden Rd under the bridge. (Both Directions)
  • Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811

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