What is the cheapest way to get from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford?

The cheapest way to get from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford is to line 229 bus and line 141 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford?

The fastest way to get from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Birstall, West Yorkshire and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Birstall Market Place C and arriving at Wood Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford?

The distance between Birstall, West Yorkshire and Castleford is 19 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

How do I travel from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford without a car?

The best way to get from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford without a car is to line 229 bus and train which takes 1h 10m and costs £4 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford bus from?

Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Birstall Market Place C station.

Where does the Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford bus arrive?

Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford is 14 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford.

Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1617+ hotels available in Castleford.

Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 229 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Birstall Market Place C to City Square Bbus 229
2. Take the train from Leeds to Castlefordtrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
1h 10m
£5–11
Line 229 bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birstall Market Place C to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 229 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wood Streetbus 140 / ...
1h 25m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castlefordtaxi 14.4 mi
18 min
£30–40
Drive 14.4 mi
1. Drive from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castlefordcar 14.4 mi
18 min
£4–5

Birstall, West Yorkshire to Castleford by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 18.4 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Birstall, West Yorkshire, Kirklees, England and Castleford, England?

You can take a vehicle from Birstall, West Yorkshire to Wood Street via Birstall Market Place C and Leeds City Bus Station in around 1h 25m.

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