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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Castleford is to bus via Leeds - Eastgate Victoria which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Castleford is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Wood Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Castleford. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Castleford?

The distance between Liverpool and Castleford is 89 miles. The road distance is 79.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £25 - £45.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Castleford takes 2h 18m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Castleford bus from?

Liverpool to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Castleford train from?

Liverpool to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Castleford?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Castleford is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £27 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Liverpool to Castleford bus arrive?

Liverpool to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Liverpool to Castleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Liverpool to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Castleford is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Liverpool to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

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Liverpool to Castleford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Liverpool to Castleford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Castlefordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2h 18m
£25–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 44m
£11–26
Drive 78.8 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Castlefordcar 78.8 mi
1h 23m
£20–29
Train via Huddersfield
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 19m
£23–37
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 34m
£26–44
Bus via Leeds - Eastgate Victoria
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds - Eastgate Victoriabus Uk072 / ...
3h 44m
£11–18

Liverpool to Castleford by train

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Distance: 88.3 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Castleford once a week. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £13–24 and the journey takes 2h 55m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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