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The average train between Castleford and Birmingham takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Castleford to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 44m
Duration
109 mi
Distance
£53
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Castleford to Birmingham train times

Trains run hourly between Castleford and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Castleford is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 40m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country11h • 1 change

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 27m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 36m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 36m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 36m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 14m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Castleford to Birmingham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Castleford to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 108.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Castleford, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Castleford to Birmingham New Street via Sheffield in around 2h 29m.

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