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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Preston is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Wood Street and arriving at Arrival Stand via Leeds City Bus Station, Halifax Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Preston via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Castleford to Preston?

The distance between Castleford and Preston is 72 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £27 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Castleford to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Preston bus from?

Castleford to Preston bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Castleford to Preston?

The best way to get from Castleford to Preston is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £27 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 508 bus and line 591 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Castleford to Preston bus arrive?

Castleford to Preston bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, arrive at Halifax Bus Station.

Where does the Castleford to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castleford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Preston is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Castleford to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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There are 3 ways to get from Castleford to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2h 40m
£28–53
Drive 62.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castleford to Prestoncar 62.3 mi
1h 34m
£16–22
Line 508 bus, line 591 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halifax Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 591
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 152
5h 34m

Castleford to Preston by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wood Street to Arrival Stand via Leeds City Bus Station, Halifax Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 34m.

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