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 23m.

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 23m 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 Castleford via Peterborough and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Ely to Castleford?

The distance between Ely and Castleford is 139 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 and line 189 bus which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m 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 23m 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 744+ hotels available in Castleford.

Ely to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 189 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ely to Castleford by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 189 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Wakefield Westgatetrain
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Saville Parkbus 189
3h 17m
£44–74
Drive 134.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Castlefordcar 134.5 mi
2h 23m
£33–48
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Ely to Peterboroughtrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 21m
£50–94
Train
1. Take the train from Ely to Sheffieldtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Castlefordtrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
4h 34m
£74–113

Ely to Castleford by train, foot, and bus

128Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.1 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Castleford via Peterborough and York in around 3h 21m.

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