The average train between Slough and Castleford takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Slough 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 Slough and Castleford. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Slough is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Castleford at 11:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon Without and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 30m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Slough to Castleford? 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 Slough to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Slough station and arriving at Castleford station via Farringdon Without. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Slough to Castleford train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Slough station.
Slough to Castleford train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at York station.
Book your Slough to Castleford train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Slough and Castleford is 251.8 km. The road distance is 373 km.
You can take a train from Slough to Castleford via Farringdon Without, Farringdon station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 3h 51m.