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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Castleford is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Castleford is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £30 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Durham and arriving at Castleford. Services depart once daily, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Durham to Castleford?

The distance between Durham and Castleford is 87 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £30 - £55.

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

The train from Durham to Castleford takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Durham to Castleford train from?

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

Where does the Durham to Castleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Durham to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Castleford is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Durham to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1600+ hotels available in Castleford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Castlefordtrain Newcastle - Leeds
1h 7m
£30–55
Drive 81.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Castlefordcar 81.7 mi
1h 30m
£20–29
Train, line 163 bus
1. Take the train from Durham to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from City Square H to Castleford Bus Stationbus 163
2h 39m
£34–73
Train via York
1. Take the train from Durham to Yorktrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from York to Castlefordtrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 52m
£30–63

Durham to Castleford by train

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Distance: 86.5 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Durham to Castleford once daily. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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