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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Castleford is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Castleford is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Wood Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Castleford via Edinburgh Waverley and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Castleford?

The distance between Glasgow and Castleford is 272 miles. The road distance is 220.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £85 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Glasgow to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Castleford bus from?

Glasgow to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Castleford train from?

Glasgow to Castleford train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Castleford?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Castleford is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £85 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 27m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Glasgow to Castleford bus arrive?

Glasgow to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Castleford train arrive?

Glasgow to Castleford train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Castleford is 221 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Glasgow to Castleford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Castleford?

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

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Glasgow to Castleford - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Glasgow to Castleford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 25m
£86–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
5h 27m
£26–43
Drive 219.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Castlefordcar 219.5 mi
3h 48m
£54–78
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
6h 13m
£51–133
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Castlefordtrain The Dalesman East
6h 18m
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
7h 2m
£30–113
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain
6h 29m
£67–181
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Castlefordtrain
5h 51m
£84–186

Glasgow to Castleford by train

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Distance: 270 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Castleford, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Castleford via Edinburgh Waverley and York in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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