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Sheffield to Castleford Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Sheffield to Castleford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 10.05, with average prices for this route around QAR 10.05.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:36 4h 3m, Changes required Sheffield	12:39 Glasshoughton	Find Tickets
08:39 58m, Direct Sheffield	09:37 Castleford	Find Tickets
09:17 1h, Changes required Sheffield	10:17 Castleford	Find Tickets
10:17 55m, Changes required Sheffield	11:12 Castleford	Find Tickets
10:25 4h 14m, Changes required Sheffield	14:39 Glasshoughton	Find Tickets
10:51 53m, Direct Sheffield	11:44 Paris	Find Tickets

Sheffield to Castleford Train Route Details

First train

08:36

Last train

22:44

Departure station

Sheffield

Arrival station

Castleford

Journey time

53m

Distance

40 km

Price

QAR 10.05*

Train operators

Northern, LNER, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Castleford

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Sheffield to Castleford during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Sheffield 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

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Sheffield to Castleford, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Sheffield to Castleford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Sheffield to Castleford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sheffield to Castleford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Sheffield to Castleford Train prices and times

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