The average train between Hull and Castleford takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Hull 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 Hull and Castleford. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Castleford at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hull to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Castleford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.
Hull to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Castleford station.
Book your Hull to Castleford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Hull and Castleford is 67.6 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Hull to Castleford via Leeds in around 1h 33m.