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 £12 - £22 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 train which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m 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 Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Castleford?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Castleford is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 27m.

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 Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds 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 1611+ hotels available in Castleford.

Carlisle to Castleford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
3h 22m
£47–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
3h 27m
£13–22
Drive 125.5 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Castlefordcar 125.5 mi
2h 15m
£31–45
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
3h 27m
£13–22
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Castlefordtrain The Dalesman East
4h 7m

Carlisle to Castleford by train

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Distance: 122.6 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Leeds every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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