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Wakefield to Castleford Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Wakefield to Castleford, starting from €2.38 and averaging €2.38. The entire journey takes no more than 10 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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23:19
13 minutes, Direct
Wakefield Kirkgate
23:32
Castleford
Northern
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Wakefield to Castleford Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:42
Last train
Last train
23:19
Departure station
Departure station
Wakefield
Arrival station
Arrival station
Castleford
Journey time
Journey time
10 minutes
Distance
Distance
11 km
Price
Price
€2.38*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Castleford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wakefield to Castleford can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Wakefield to Castleford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Wakefield to Castleford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Wakefield to Castleford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wakefield to Castleford train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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