What is the cheapest way to get from Castleford to Pontefract Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Pontefract Castle is to train which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Castleford to Pontefract Castle?

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Pontefract Castle is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Pontefract Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castleford Bus Station station and arriving at Pontefract Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Pontefract Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Castleford and arriving at Pontefract Monkhill. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Castleford to Pontefract Castle?

The distance between Castleford and Pontefract Castle is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Castleford to Pontefract Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Castleford to Pontefract Castle without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs £1 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Castleford to Pontefract Castle?

The train from Castleford to Pontefract Monkhill takes 9 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Pontefract Castle bus from?

Castleford to Pontefract Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Castleford Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Pontefract Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Castleford to Pontefract Castle?

The best way to get from Castleford to Pontefract Castle is to train which takes 17 min and costs £1 - £3. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Castleford to Pontefract Castle bus arrive?

Castleford to Pontefract Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Pontefract Bus Station.

Where does the Castleford to Pontefract Castle train arrive?

Castleford to Pontefract Castle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Pontefract Monkhill station.

How do I get a train ticket from Castleford to Pontefract Castle?

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Where can I stay near Pontefract Castle?

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There are 4 ways to get from Castleford to Pontefract Castle by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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1. Take the train from Castleford to Pontefract Monkhilltrain Leeds - Knottingley / ...
17 min
£1–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castleford Bus Station to Pontefract Bus Stationbus 141 / ...
32 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castleford to Pontefract Castletaxi 4.2 mi
8 min
£24–29
Walk
1. Take the walk from Castleford to Pontefract Castlewalk 4.1 mi
1h 19m

Castleford to Pontefract Castle by train and foot

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Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Castleford, England and Pontefract Castle, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Castleford to Pontefract Monkhill hourly. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Castleford Bus Station to Pontefract Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 25 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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