What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Castleford?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Castleford is to bus which costs £24 - £70 and takes 8h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Castleford?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Castleford is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Wood Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Castleford via Shrewsbury and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Castleford?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Castleford is 191 miles. The road distance is 172.8 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Castleford without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Castleford?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Aberystwyth to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Castleford bus from?

Aberystwyth to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Castleford train from?

Aberystwyth to Castleford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Castleford?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Castleford is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £70 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Castleford bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Castleford train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Castleford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Castleford is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Aberystwyth to Castleford.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Castleford?

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Castleford.

Aberystwyth to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Castleford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castleford
5h 47m
£40–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station131 / ...
8h 11m
£25–67
Drive 171.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Castleford171.8 mi
3h 31m
£43–62
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the train from Chester to Leeds
9h 41m

Aberystwyth to Castleford by train

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Distance: 189.5 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Castleford, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Castleford via Shrewsbury and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Wood Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 11m.

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