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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Thirsk is to train and bus which costs £9 - £13 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Thirsk is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Thirsk via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Castleford to Thirsk?

The distance between Castleford and Thirsk is 44 miles. The road distance is 40.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Castleford to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Thirsk train from?

Castleford to Thirsk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Castleford station.

Where does the Castleford to Thirsk train arrive?

Castleford to Thirsk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Castleford to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Thirsk is 41 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Castleford to Thirsk.

Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 671+ hotels available in Thirsk.

Castleford to Thirsk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to Thirsktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
1h 12m
£24–36
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Castleford to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
2h 29m
£9–13
Drive 40.6 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Thirskcar 40.6 mi
47 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castleford to Thirsktaxi 40.6 mi
47 min
£170–220

Castleford to Thirsk by train and bus

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2h 29mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

You can take a train from Castleford to Thirsk via York and Thirsk in around 1h 12m.

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