What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £13 - £24 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Wood Street via Broad Marsh Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Castleford via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford?

The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Castleford is 83 miles. The road distance is 74.8 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £55.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford bus from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford train from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Long Eaton station.

Train or bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £13 - £24 and takes 4h.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford bus arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford train arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford.

Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1621+ hotels available in Castleford.

Can I share a ride from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Castleford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from EMA Departure Building to Railway Stationbus Sky
2. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Castlefordtrain
2h 56m
£34–55
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wood Streetbus 140 / ...
4h
£14–23
Bus, train, line 189 bus
1. Take the bus from EMA Departure Building to Railway Stationbus Sky
2. Take the train from Derby to Wakefield Westgatetrain
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Castleford Bus Stationbus 189 / ...
3h 7m
£39–56
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from East Midlands-EMA to Castlefordrideshare 74.3 mi
1h 15m
Drive 74.3 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castlefordcar 74.3 mi
1h 15m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Castlefordtrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
3h 29m
£40–65

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Castleford by bus and train

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Distance: 82.1 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between East Midlands Airport (EMA), England and Castleford, England?

You can take a bus from EMA Departure Building to Castleford via Rail Station Sycamore Road, Long Eaton, and Sheffield in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Park to Wood Street via Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h.

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