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London Euston to Castleford by train

First train

12:38

Last train

23:42

Departure station

London Euston

Arrival station

Castleford

Journey time

From 3h 56m

Distance

160 miles (258 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from London Euston to Castleford in 3 hours 56 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from London Euston to Castleford? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 7 hours 50 minutes to travel the 160 miles (258 km) from London Euston to Castleford by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 56 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry 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 London Euston to Castleford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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.

FAQs about the train journey from London Euston to Castleford

Want to know more about your journey from London Euston to Castleford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between London Euston and Castleford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from London Euston to Castleford is 3 hours and 56 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from London Euston to Castleford?

No, there are no direct train services from London Euston to Castleford. Travelling from London Euston to Castleford by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

How close is London Euston to Castleford by train?

London Euston and Castleford are around 160 miles (258 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 3 hours and 56 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from London Euston to Castleford?

To travel from London Euston to Castleford, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 7 hours and 50 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 3 hours and 56 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

Cheap train tickets from London Euston to Castleford

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London Euston to Castleford is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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