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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Castleford is to bus which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Castleford is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Wood Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Castleford via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Castleford?

The distance between Blackburn and Castleford is 60 miles. The road distance is 52.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Blackburn to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Castleford bus from?

Blackburn to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Castleford train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackburn to Castleford?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Castleford is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Blackburn to Castleford bus arrive?

Blackburn to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Castleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackburn to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Castleford is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Blackburn to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

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Blackburn to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 163 bus, bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
1h 59m
£20–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 43m
£12–22
Train, line 163 bus
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the bus from City Square H to Castleford Bus Stationbus 163
2h 51m
£18–33
Drive 52.6 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Castlefordcar 52.6 mi
1h 21m
£14–19

Blackburn to Castleford by train

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Distance: 59.6 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackburn to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Wood Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 43m.

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