The average train between Exeter and Castleford takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter 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 every 2 hours between Exeter and Castleford. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Castleford at 11:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Castleford station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
Exeter to Castleford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Castleford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Castleford station.
Book your Exeter to Castleford train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Castleford is 364.9 km. The road distance is 440 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Castleford via Sheffield in around 5h 34m.