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It takes an average of 3h 56m to travel from Castleford to London Kings Cross by train, over a distance of around 160 miles (258 km). There are normally 43 trains per day travelling from Castleford to London Kings Cross and tickets for this journey start from £31.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:09 | |
| Departure station | Castleford | |
| Arrival station | London Kings Cross | |
| Journey time | From 2h 16m | |
| Distance | 160 miles (258 km) | |
| Frequency | 43 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £31.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Castleford to London Kings Cross in 2 hours 16 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Castleford to London Kings Cross? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 56 minutes to travel the 160 miles (258 km) from Castleford to London Kings Cross by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 43 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 London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to London Kings Cross. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Castleford to London Kings Cross in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £31.90. 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 London Kings Cross by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Castleford to London Kings Cross?
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.