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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Castleford is to bus which costs £12 - £50 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Castleford is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Wood Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Castleford via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Chester to Castleford?

The distance between Chester and Castleford is 86 miles. The road distance is 86.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Castleford without a car is to train via Huddersfield which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Chester to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Castleford bus from?

Chester to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Castleford train from?

Chester to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Castleford?

The best way to get from Chester to Castleford is to train via Huddersfield which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £50 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Chester to Castleford bus arrive?

Chester to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Chester to Castleford train arrive?

Chester to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Chester to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Castleford is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Chester to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

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Chester to Castleford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 163 bus

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

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Train via Huddersfield
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Castlefordtrain
2h 45m
£30–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170
5h 2m
£12–48
Drive 85.6 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Castlefordcar 85.6 mi
1h 35m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 59m
£30–56
Train, line 163 bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain Chester - Leeds
2. Take the bus from City Square H to Castleford Bus Stationbus 163
3h 53m
£35–66

Chester to Castleford by train

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Map of how to get from Chester to Castleford.

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Distance: 85.4 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Castleford via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Wood Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station in around 5h 2m.

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