The average train between Batley and Castleford takes 57 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. There is an hourly train service from Batley 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 Batley and Castleford. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Batley is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Castleford at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 57 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Batley to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Batley station and arriving at Castleford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.
Batley to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Dewsbury station.
Batley to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Castleford station.
Book your Batley to Castleford train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Batley and Castleford is 18 km. The road distance is 31 km.
You can take a train from Dewsbury to Castleford via Leeds in around 53 min.