How much does a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Manchester cost?

The average train ticket price from Castleford to Manchester is R 740. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Castleford to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Castleford to Manchester?

A train trip between Castleford and Manchester is around 1h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 13m. This is the time it takes to travel the 64 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Castleford and Manchester?

The number of trains from Castleford to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Castleford to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Castleford to Manchester?

When taking the train from Castleford to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, Northern.

Train Castleford to Manchester from R 256

Next train departures

Next departures from Castleford to Manchester on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:22	Castleford	1h 15m	16:37	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	15:22	Castleford	1h 14m	16:36	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	15:22	Castleford	1h 14m	16:36	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	15:22	Castleford	1h 15m	16:37	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	16:22	Castleford	1h 15m	17:37	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	16:22	Castleford	1h 17m	17:39	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	16:22	Castleford	1h 17m	17:39	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Castleford to Manchester on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:22	Castleford	1h 16m	08:38	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:22	Castleford	1h 15m	08:37	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	07:22	Castleford	1h 15m	08:37	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	07:22	Castleford	1h 16m	08:38	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:21	Castleford	1h 15m	09:36	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	08:21	Castleford	1h 15m	09:36	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	08:21	Castleford	1h 17m	09:38	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:21	Castleford	1h 15m	16:36	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:23 AM 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 273, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

1h 15mAverage duration

65 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions on the trip Castleford - Manchester

How much does a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Manchester cost?
The average train ticket price from Castleford to Manchester is R 740. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Castleford to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Castleford to Manchester?
A train trip between Castleford and Manchester is around 1h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 13m. This is the time it takes to travel the 64 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Castleford and Manchester?
The number of trains from Castleford to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Castleford to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Castleford to Manchester?
When taking the train from Castleford to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, Northern.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/11

R 232

11/11

R 258

Today

R 353

13/11

R 257

14/11

No data

15/11

R 296

16/11

No data

17/11

R 257

The cheapest trip from Castleford to Manchester was searched and found on 10 Nov 2025 with a price of R 232

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 232 to R 958 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 257, which is on 2025-11-17.