The average train between Wigan and Castleford takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan 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 Wigan and Castleford. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Castleford at 7:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wigan 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 Wigan to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Castleford station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Wigan to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.
Wigan to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Castleford station.
Book your Wigan to Castleford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Wigan and Castleford is 86.5 km. The road distance is 102 km.
You can take a train from Wigan Wallgate to Castleford via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield in around 2h 36m.