What is the cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Castlefield?

The cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Castlefield is to line 255 bus which costs £2 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Castlefield?

The fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Castlefield is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Old Trafford and Castlefield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Warwick Road and arriving at Castle Quay. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

Is there a direct train between Old Trafford and Castlefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wharfside and arriving at Deansgate-Castlefield. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Old Trafford to Castlefield?

The distance between Old Trafford and Castlefield is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Old Trafford to Castlefield without a car?

The best way to get from Old Trafford to Castlefield without a car is to line 255 bus which takes 15 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Old Trafford to Castlefield?

The line 255 bus from Warwick Road to Castle Quay takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Castlefield bus from?

Old Trafford to Castlefield bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Warwick Road station.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Castlefield train from?

Old Trafford to Castlefield train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Wharfside station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Castlefield bus arrive?

Old Trafford to Castlefield bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Castle Quay station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Castlefield train arrive?

Old Trafford to Castlefield train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Where can I stay near Castlefield?

There are 3602+ hotels available in Castlefield.

Old Trafford to Castlefield - 4 ways to travel via line 255 bus, tram, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Old Trafford to Castlefield by bus, tram, taxi, or foot

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Line 255 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Warwick Road to Castle Quaybus 255
15 min
£2
Tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Wharfside to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Replacement Bus
21 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Old Trafford to Castlefieldtaxi 1.8 mi
3 min
£6–9
Walk
1. Take the foot from Old Trafford to Castlefieldwalk 2.2 mi
43 min

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Distance: 2.1 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Old Trafford, England and Castlefield, England?

Bee Network operates a bus from Warwick Road to Castle Quay every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Metrolink operates a vehicle from Wharfside to Deansgate-Castlefield every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 14 min.

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