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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Cardiff is to bus which costs £16 - £45 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Wellington Street Business Pk and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Leeds and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Castleford to Cardiff?

The distance between Castleford and Cardiff is 243 miles. The road distance is 212.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £60 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Castleford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Cardiff bus from?

Castleford to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Cardiff train from?

Castleford to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train, bus or fly from Castleford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Castleford to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £60 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £25 - £85 and takes 7h 36m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £200 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Castleford to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castleford to Cardiff train arrive?

Castleford to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Castleford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Cardiff is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Castleford to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Castleford to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Castleford to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 12m
£61–380
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
8h 44m
£16–43
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 36m
£25–83
Drive 211.4 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Cardiffcar 211.4 mi
3h 48m
£52–76
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 42m
£51–175
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Castleford to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 15m
£60–141
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LBA - CWL
8h 2m
£55–195
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 25m
£63–174

Castleford to Cardiff by train

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 241.7 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Castleford to Cardiff Central via Leeds and Bristol Parkway in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellington Street Business Pk to Sophia Gardens via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 36m.

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