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

The cheapest way to get from Whitby to Castleford is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitby to Castleford is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Whitby and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Whitby to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Whitby and arriving at Castleford via Darlington and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Whitby to Castleford?

The distance between Whitby and Castleford is 78 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitby to Castleford without a car is to bus via Norton which takes 3h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Whitby to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitby to Castleford train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitby to Castleford?

The best way to get from Whitby to Castleford is to bus via Norton which takes 3h 31m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £75 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Whitby to Castleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitby to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitby to Castleford is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Whitby to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1486+ hotels available in Castleford.

Whitby to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Norton
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Bus Station Stand 2bus 840
3h 31m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Whitby to Darlingtontrain Whitby - Darlington
2. Take the train from Darlington to Yorktrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 40m
£18–72
Drive 72.3 mi
1. Drive from Whitby to Castlefordcar 72.3 mi
1h 23m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Rail Stationbus 840
3h 44m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitby to Castleford.

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Distance: 78 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Whitby, North Yorkshire, England and Castleford, England?

Yorkshire Coastliner operates a bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Bus Station Stand 2 every 4 hours, and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Whitby to Castleford via Darlington and York in around 3h 40m.

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