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Trip Overview

The average train between Castleford and Chester takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Castleford to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 35m
Duration
85 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Castleford to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Castleford and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Castleford is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 35m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 34m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales2h 27m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Castleford to Chester? 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.

Map of how to get from Castleford to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 85.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Castleford, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Castleford to Chester via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 38m.

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