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It takes an average of 4h 23m to travel from Birmingham to Castleford by train, over a distance of around 88 miles (142 km). There are normally 52 trains per day travelling from Birmingham to Castleford and tickets for this journey start from £26.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:58 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham | |
| Arrival station | Castleford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 16m | |
| Distance | 88 miles (142 km) | |
| Frequency | 52 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £26.40 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Birmingham to Castleford in 2 hours 16 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Birmingham to Castleford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 23 minutes to travel the 88 miles (142 km) from Birmingham to Castleford by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 52 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to Castleford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Birmingham to Castleford in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £26.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Castleford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from Birmingham to Castleford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Castleford?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.