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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Retford is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Retford is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Retford. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Retford via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Castleford to Retford?

The distance between Castleford and Retford is 71 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Retford without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £13 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Castleford to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Retford train from?

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

Train or bus from Castleford to Retford?

The best way to get from Castleford to Retford is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £13 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 189 bus and line 99 bus, which costs £7 - £40 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Castleford to Retford train arrive?

Castleford to Retford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Castleford to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Retford is 38 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Castleford to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 316+ hotels available in Retford.

Castleford to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 189 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to Retfordtrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 6m
£14–62
Line 189 bus, line 99 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saville Park to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 189
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Retford Bus Stationbus 99 / ...
2h 34m
£7–36
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Retfordcar 37.4 mi
44 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castleford to Retfordtaxi 37.4 mi
44 min
£75–95
Line 189 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Castleford Bus Station to Kirkgate Hbus 189 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
2h 56m
£12–15

Castleford to Retford by train

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Distance: 70.4 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Castleford to Retford via York in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saville Park to Retford Bus Station via Wakefield Bus Station, Wakefield Westgate, Doncaster, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 2h 34m.

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