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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Manchester is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £6 - £16 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Manchester is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleford to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Wellington Street Business Pk and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Castleford and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Castleford to Manchester?

The distance between Castleford and Manchester is 46 miles. The road distance is 48.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £15 - £35.

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

The train from Castleford to Manchester Piccadilly takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Manchester bus from?

Castleford to Manchester bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Wellington Street Business Pk station.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Manchester train from?

Castleford to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Castleford station.

Train or bus from Castleford to Manchester?

The best way to get from Castleford to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £16 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Castleford to Manchester bus arrive?

Castleford to Manchester bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Castleford to Manchester train arrive?

Castleford to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Castleford to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Manchester is 49 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Castleford to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Castleford to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Castleford to Manchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Manchester PiccadillyYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 15m
£15–35
Line 140 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington Street Business Pk to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk073 / ...
2h 18m
£6–16
Drive 48.5 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Manchester48.5 mi
56 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castleford to Manchester48.5 mi
56 min
£100–130
Line 140 bus, bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Wood Street to Leeds City Bus Station140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station171 / ...
2h 44m
£8–22

Castleford to Manchester by train

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Distance: 45.6 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Castleford, England and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Castleford to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellington Street Business Pk to Shudehill Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 18m.

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