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Outbound fromAccrington to Castleford by train
It takes an average of 2h 56m to travel from Accrington to Castleford by train, over a distance of around 42 miles (67 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Accrington to Castleford and tickets for this journey start from £21.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:28 | |
| Departure station | Accrington | |
| Arrival station | Castleford | |
| Journey time | From 1h 43m | |
| Distance | 42 miles (67 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £21.90 | |
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Travelling from Accrington to Castleford by train
Looking to travel from Accrington to Castleford by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 56 minutes to travel from Accrington to Castleford by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 43 minutes though. You'll usually find 20 trains per day running along the 42 miles (67 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Castleford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. TransPennine Express are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Castleford in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Accrington to Castleford in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £21.90.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Accrington to Castleford
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Accrington to Castleford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.