The average train between Castleford and Whitby takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Castleford to Whitby. 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 every 4 hours between Castleford and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 7:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Castleford is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Whitby at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Castleford to Whitby? 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 Castleford to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Castleford station and arriving at Whitby station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.
Castleford to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.
Castleford to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Castleford to Whitby train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Castleford and Whitby is 97.7 km. The road distance is 169 km.
You can take a train from Castleford to Whitby via York and Middlesbrough in around 4h 36m.