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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Castleford is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Castleford is to train which takes 10 min and costs £4 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kirkgate D and arriving at Saville Park. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Castleford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Castleford?

The distance between Wakefield and Castleford is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 10 min and costs £4 - £6.

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

The train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Castleford takes 10 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Castleford bus from?

Wakefield to Castleford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Kirkgate D station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Castleford train from?

Wakefield to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Castleford?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Castleford is to train which takes 10 min and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 189 bus, which costs £3 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Wakefield to Castleford bus arrive?

Wakefield to Castleford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Saville Park station.

Where does the Wakefield to Castleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Castleford is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Wakefield to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1513+ hotels available in Castleford.

Wakefield to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 189 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
10 min
£4–6
Drive 8.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Castlefordcar 8.3 mi
16 min
£2–3
Line 189 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkgate D to Saville Parkbus 189
33 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Castlefordtaxi 8.3 mi
16 min
£20–24

Wakefield to Castleford by train

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Distance: 6.6 mi
Duration: 10 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Castleford hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 10 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Kirkgate D to Saville Park every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 33 min.

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