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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Barnsley is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Barnsley is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleford to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Hightown Church and arriving at Barnsley Interchange/A13 via Kirkgate A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Castleford and arriving at Barnsley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Castleford to Barnsley?

The distance between Castleford and Barnsley is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £13.

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

The train from Castleford to Barnsley takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Barnsley bus from?

Castleford to Barnsley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Hightown Church station.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Barnsley train from?

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

Train or bus from Castleford to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Castleford to Barnsley is to train which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 189 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Castleford to Barnsley bus arrive?

Castleford to Barnsley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Kirkgate H station.

Where does the Castleford to Barnsley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castleford to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Barnsley is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Castleford to Barnsley.

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

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Castleford to Barnsley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 189 bus, bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield
29 min
£7–13
Drive 16.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castleford to Barnsleycar 16.6 mi
28 min
£4–6
Line 189 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hightown Church to Kirkgate Hbus 189
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
1h 43m
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castleford to Barnsleytaxi 16.6 mi
28 min
£35–45

Castleford to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 17.6 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Castleford to Barnsley hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hightown Church to Barnsley Interchange/A13 via Kirkgate A in around 1h 43m.

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