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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Wigan is to bus which costs £13 - £26 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Wigan is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleford to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Wood Street and arriving at Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, St Peter's Square and Sumner Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Wigan Wallgate via Huddersfield and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Castleford to Wigan?

The distance between Castleford and Wigan is 64 miles. The road distance is 62.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Castleford to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Wigan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castleford to Wigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Castleford to Wigan?

The best way to get from Castleford to Wigan is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £26 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Castleford to Wigan bus arrive?

Castleford to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Castleford to Wigan train arrive?

Castleford to Wigan train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Huddersfield station.

Can I drive from Castleford to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Wigan is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Castleford to Wigan.

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

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Castleford to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 163 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain
2h 11m
£23–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Market Streetbus V2
4h 8m
£14–26
Drive 62.4 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Wigancar 62.4 mi
1h 12m
£16–22
Line 163 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Castleford Bus Station to City Square Hbus 163
2. Take the train from Leeds to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
4h 45m
£29–53

Castleford to Wigan by train

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Distance: 63.7 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a train from Castleford to Wigan Wallgate via Huddersfield and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wood Street to Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Market Street, and Sumner Street in around 4h 8m.

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