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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Castleford is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Castleford is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Castleford via Paddington, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Reading to Castleford?

The distance between Reading and Castleford is 248 miles. The road distance is 187.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Castleford without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 52m and costs £40 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Reading to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Castleford train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Castleford train arrive?

Reading to Castleford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Reading to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Castleford is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Reading to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 230+ hotels available in Castleford.

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

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

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Train via London
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1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 52m
£45–196
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
8h 39m
£55–118
Drive 186.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Castlefordcar 186.3 mi
3h 18m
£45–65
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain
5h 22m
£84–297
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Sheffieldtrain Reading - York / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Castlefordtrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
4h 25m
£49–289
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain
4h 59m
£90–208

Reading to Castleford by train and subway

121Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Castleford.

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Distance: 246.8 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Castleford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 3h 52m.

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