The average train between Derby and Castleford takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Castleford. 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 Derby and Castleford. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Castleford at 11:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 50m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Derby to Castleford? 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 Derby to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Castleford station via Sheffield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Derby to Castleford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Castleford station.
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The distance between Derby and Castleford is 89.6 km. The road distance is 109 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Castleford via Sheffield in around 2h 10m.