Train from Castleford to Manchester: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Castleford to Manchester on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Castleford
Manchester PiccadillyCheapest
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Castleford
Manchester VictoriaFastest
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Castleford
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Castleford
Manchester VictoriaNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Castleford
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:47 PM GMT.

Get from Castleford to Manchester

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 243, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
1h 15mAverage duration
65 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Castleford to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Castleford to Manchester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Castleford to Manchester start from R 243. The average price for this train route is around R 464. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Castleford to Manchester?

    The average train journey time from Castleford to Manchester is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 65 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 12m and is operated by Transpennine Express.

  3. Which train operators serve the Castleford to Manchester route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Castleford to Manchester?

    The earliest train from Castleford to Manchester departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 22:20.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Castleford to Manchester?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Castleford to Manchester?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Castleford to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Castleford to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
R 360
11/12
R 360
Today
R 254
13/12
R 254
14/12
R 254
15/12
R 254
16/12
R 278
17/12
R 254
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Castleford to Manchester was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 254

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Castleford to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 254 to R 956 for a train ticket from Castleford to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 254, which is on 2025-12-13.

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