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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Leicester is to bus via M&S which costs £12 - £20 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleford to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Wood Street and arriving at Gravel Street via Leeds City Bus Station and M&S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Leicester via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Castleford to Leicester?

The distance between Castleford and Leicester is 100 miles. The road distance is 87 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Castleford to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Leicester bus from?

Castleford to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Castleford to Leicester?

The best way to get from Castleford to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via M&S, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Castleford to Leicester bus arrive?

Castleford to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Asda station.

Where does the Castleford to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castleford to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Leicester is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Castleford to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Sheffieldtrain Leeds - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2h 24m
£40–65
Bus via M&S
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Asdabus Uk010 / ...
4h 19m
£13–20
Drive 86.5 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Leicestercar 86.5 mi
1h 38m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 240 / ...
4h 54m
£16–29

Castleford to Leicester by train

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Distance: 99 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Castleford to Leicester via Sheffield in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Asda hourly. Tickets cost £11–17 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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