The average train between Castleford and Wigan takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Castleford to Wigan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Castleford and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Castleford is at 9:22 PM which arrives into Wigan at 12:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Huddersfield and take an average of 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Castleford to Wigan? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Castleford station and arriving at Wigan station via Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Castleford to Wigan train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Castleford station.
Castleford to Wigan train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.
Book your Castleford to Wigan train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Castleford and Wigan is 86.5 km. The road distance is 103 km.
You can take a train from Castleford to Wigan Wallgate via Huddersfield and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 11m.