The average train between Hastings and Castleford takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Hastings 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 every 3 hours between Hastings and Castleford. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hastings is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Castleford at 9:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 56m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Hastings 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 Hastings to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Hastings station and arriving at Castleford station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.
Hastings to Castleford train services, operated by Southern, depart from Hastings station.
Hastings to Castleford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at York station.
Book your Hastings to Castleford train tickets online with Southern, Southeastern and 3 other operators.
The distance between Hastings and Castleford is 345.3 km. The road distance is 468 km.
You can take a train from Hastings to Castleford via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and York in around 4h 42m.