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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Castleford is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Castleford is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Castleford. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Hightown Church via Wakefield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Castleford?

The distance between Gainsborough and Castleford is 68 miles. The road distance is 41 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Castleford without a car is to train and line 189 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Gainsborough to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Castleford bus from?

Gainsborough to Castleford bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from King Street station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Castleford bus arrive?

Gainsborough to Castleford bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Castleford is 41 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Gainsborough to Castleford.

Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1612+ hotels available in Castleford.

Gainsborough to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 189 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 189 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Lincoln Central - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Castleford Bus Stationbus 189
2h 19m
£25–46
Drive 40.7 mi
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1. Drive from Gainsborough to Castlefordcar 40.7 mi
55 min
£10–15
Bus, line 189 bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 98
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Hightown Churchbus 189 / ...
2h 38m
£12–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gainsborough to Castlefordtaxi 40.7 mi
55 min
£85–110

Gainsborough to Castleford by train and bus

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Castleford, England?

You can take a bus from King Street to Hightown Church via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster, Wakefield Westgate, and Wakefield Bus Station in around 2h 38m.

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