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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Castleford is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Castleford is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A13 and arriving at Hightown Church via Kirkgate A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barnsley and arriving at Castleford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Barnsley to Castleford?

The distance between Barnsley and Castleford is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £7 - £13.

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

The train from Barnsley to Castleford takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Castleford bus from?

Barnsley to Castleford bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A13 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Castleford train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnsley to Castleford?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Castleford is to train which takes 30 min and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus and line 189 bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Barnsley to Castleford bus arrive?

Barnsley to Castleford bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Kirkgate H station.

Where does the Barnsley to Castleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnsley to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Castleford is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Barnsley to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

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Barnsley to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 189 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Castlefordtrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
30 min
£7–13
Bus, line 189 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Kirkgate Hbus 59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Hightown Churchbus 189
1h 33m
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Castlefordtaxi 16.6 mi
28 min
£35–45
Drive 16.6 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Castlefordcar 16.6 mi
28 min
£4–6

Barnsley to Castleford by train

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Distance: 17.6 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Barnsley to Castleford hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Hightown Church via Kirkgate A in around 1h 33m.

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