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 £10 - £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 £10 - £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 42m.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Castleford via Wakefield Kirkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Castleford?

The distance between Gainsborough and Castleford is 67 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 which takes 2h 11m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m 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 do I catch the Gainsborough to Castleford train from?

Gainsborough to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Gainsborough Lea Road station.

Train or bus from Gainsborough to Castleford?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Castleford is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 189 bus, which costs £11 - £23 and takes 2h 42m.

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.

Where does the Gainsborough to Castleford train arrive?

Gainsborough to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate 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.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1619+ hotels available in Castleford.

Gainsborough to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 189 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
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Lincoln Central - Leeds
2h 11m
£21–40
Drive 40.7 mi
cheapest
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 42m
£12–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gainsborough to Castlefordtaxi 40.7 mi
55 min
£180–220

Gainsborough to Castleford by train

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Distance: 66.4 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Wakefield Kirkgate every 2 hours. Tickets cost £19–40 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, 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 42m.

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