The average train between Middlesbrough and Castleford takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough and Castleford. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Castleford at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 2m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough station and arriving at Castleford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.
Middlesbrough to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.
Middlesbrough to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Middlesbrough to Castleford train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Middlesbrough and Castleford is 94.9 km. The road distance is 139 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Middlesbrough to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 29m.