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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Castleford is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Castleford is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £80 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Pontefract Monkhill via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Castleford?

The distance between Folkestone and Castleford is 243 miles. The road distance is 248.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Folkestone to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Castleford train from?

Folkestone to Castleford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Folkestone to Castleford train arrive?

Folkestone to Castleford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Castleford is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Folkestone to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1616+ hotels available in Castleford.

Folkestone to Castleford - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Folkestone to Castleford by train, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Pontefract Monkhilltrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange / ...
3h 56m
£81–142
Drive 246.6 mi
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1. Drive from Folkestone to Castlefordcar 246.6 mi
4h 7m
£61–88
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain
5h 43m
£121–383
Train via York
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 3m
£93–175
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Castlefordtrain
5h 16m
£129–210
Train to London City Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LCY - LBA
7h 6m
£280–726

Folkestone to Castleford by train

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 241.6 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Pontefract Monkhill via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h 56m.

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