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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Castleford is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Castleford is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Wood Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Castleford. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Castleford?

The distance between Carlisle and Castleford is 123 miles. The road distance is 126.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Castleford without a car is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs £13 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Carlisle to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Castleford bus from?

Carlisle to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Castleford train from?

Carlisle to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Castleford?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Castleford is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs £13 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Carlisle to Castleford bus arrive?

Carlisle to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Castleford train arrive?

Carlisle to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Castleford is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Carlisle to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1615+ hotels available in Castleford.

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Castleford by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
3h 27m
£14–22
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
3h 52m
£48–79
Drive 125.5 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Castlefordcar 125.5 mi
2h 15m
£31–45
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Castlefordtrain The Dalesman East
4h 7m
Train, line 163 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from City Square H to Castleford Bus Stationbus 163
4h 15m
£38–70

Carlisle to Castleford by train

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Distance: 122.5 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlisle to Castleford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 52m.

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