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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Castleford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Castleford is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Pontefract Monkhill via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Ely to Castleford?

The distance between Ely and Castleford is 127 miles. The road distance is 135.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Ely to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Castleford train from?

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

Where does the Ely to Castleford train arrive?

Ely to Castleford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Ely to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Castleford is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Ely to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1423+ hotels available in Castleford.

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

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

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 Ely to PeterboroughStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Pontefract MonkhillLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange
2h 44m
£33–47
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ely to SheffieldNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to CastlefordSheffield - Leeds / ...
4h 34m
£26–99
Drive 134.5 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Castleford134.5 mi
2h 22m
£34–48
Train via York
1. Take the train from Ely to PeterboroughStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to YorkLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 16m
£43–123
Train, line 189 bus
1. Take the train from Ely to Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Wakefield Westgate
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Saville Park189
3h 42m
£37–71

Ely to Castleford by train

6Weekly Trains

2h 44mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.1 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Pontefract Monkhill via Peterborough in around 2h 44m.

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