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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Castleford is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £6 - £13 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Castleford is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Wood Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Castleford via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Bolton to Castleford?

The distance between Bolton and Castleford is 57 miles. The road distance is 55.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Bolton to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Castleford bus from?

Bolton to Castleford bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Castleford train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Castleford?

The best way to get from Bolton to Castleford is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £13 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Bolton to Castleford bus arrive?

Bolton to Castleford bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bolton to Castleford train arrive?

Bolton to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Castleford is 55 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Bolton to Castleford.

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

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Bolton to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 20m
£20–36
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073 / ...
4h 12m
£7–13
Drive 54.8 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Castlefordcar 54.8 mi
57 min
£14–20
Line 471 bus, train, line 163 bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale stationbus 471
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain
3. Take the bus from City Square H to Castleford Bus Stationbus 163
4h 18m
£19–34

Bolton to Castleford by train

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Distance: 56.6 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Castleford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Wood Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 12m.

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