The average train between Wrexham and Castleford takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Wrexham 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 Wrexham and Castleford. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Wrexham is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Castleford at 10:12 PM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 12m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Wrexham 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 Wrexham to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Castleford station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Wrexham to Castleford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Wrexham to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Castleford station.
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The distance between Wrexham and Castleford is 131.8 km. The road distance is 157 km.
You can take a train from Wrexham General to Castleford via Chester and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 35m.