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Castleford to Sheffield train prices and times
Looking to travel from Castleford to Sheffield? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £4.80, with average prices for this route around £12.40.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Fri, Apr 25From £4.80
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- Sun, Apr 27From £4.80
- Mon, Apr 28From £4.80
- Tue, Apr 29From £4.80
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- Thu, May 1From £4.80
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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06:15 Castleford | 07:14 Sheffield | 59m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:20 Castleford | 07:34 Sheffield | 1h 14m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:52 Castleford | 07:56 Sheffield | 1h 4m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:24 Castleford | 08:34 Sheffield | 1h 10m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:25 Glasshoughton | 09:09 Sheffield | 1h 44m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:52 Castleford | 08:52 Paris | 1h 0m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Castleford to Sheffield train route details

First train
06:15

Last train
23:22

Journey time
58m

Distance
25 miles

Price
£4.80*
How to book cheap train tickets from Castleford to Sheffield

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Castleford to Sheffield. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Castleford to Sheffield, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Castleford to Sheffield ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Castleford to Sheffield train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.