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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Bedford is to bus via Northampton which costs £21 - £40 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Bedford is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleford to Bedford station. However, there are services departing from Wood Street and arriving at Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Bedford via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Castleford to Bedford?

The distance between Castleford and Bedford is 149 miles. The road distance is 135.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Castleford to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Bedford bus from?

Castleford to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Castleford to Bedford?

The best way to get from Castleford to Bedford is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Castleford to Bedford bus arrive?

Castleford to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Castleford to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castleford to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Bedford is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Castleford to Bedford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Sheffieldtrain Leeds - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Bedfordtrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
3h 46m
£68–114
Bus via Northampton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Coach Parkbus Ukn31 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Point to St Paul's Squarebus C1 / ...
7h 10m
£22–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 240 / ...
6h 43m
£32–77
Drive 134.5 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Bedfordcar 134.5 mi
2h 23m
£33–48
Train via Leicester
1. Take the train from Castleford to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
3h 50m
£67–112

Castleford to Bedford by train

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Castleford to Bedford via Sheffield in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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