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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Castleford is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Castleford is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Wood Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield and arriving at Castleford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Sheffield to Castleford?

The distance between Sheffield and Castleford is 34 miles. The road distance is 29.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £5 - £15.

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

The train from Sheffield to Castleford takes 58 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Castleford bus from?

Sheffield to Castleford bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, depart from Castle Street/CG22 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Castleford train from?

Sheffield to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Castleford?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Castleford is to train which takes 58 min and costs £5 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £9 - £19 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Sheffield to Castleford bus arrive?

Sheffield to Castleford bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/C2 station.

Where does the Sheffield to Castleford train arrive?

Sheffield to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Castleford station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Castleford is 29 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Sheffield to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Castleford.

Sheffield to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 141 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to CastlefordSheffield - Leeds / ...
58 min
£5–15
Bus, line 141 bus
1. Take the bus from Castle Street/CG22 to Meadowhall Interchange/C2X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wood Street140 / ...
2h 9m
£9–19
Drive 29.3 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Castleford29.3 mi
48 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sheffield to Castleford29.3 mi
48 min
£120–160

Sheffield to Castleford by train

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Distance: 33.5 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Sheffield to Castleford hourly. Tickets cost £5–15 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle Street/CG22 to Wood Street via Meadowhall Interchange/C2, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 9m.

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