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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Castleford is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Castleford is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Wood Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Castleford via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Castleford?

The distance between Ilkley and Castleford is 27 miles. The road distance is 26.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £9 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Ilkley to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Castleford bus from?

Ilkley to Castleford bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Castleford train from?

Ilkley to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ilkley station.

Train or bus from Ilkley to Castleford?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Castleford is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £9 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Ilkley to Castleford bus arrive?

Ilkley to Castleford bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Castleford train arrive?

Ilkley to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Castleford is 27 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Ilkley to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

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Ilkley to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 141 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Castlefordtrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
1h 6m
£9–19
Drive 26.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Castlefordcar 26.5 mi
48 min
£7–10
Bus, line 141 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wood Streetbus 140 / ...
2h 5m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkley to Castlefordtaxi 26.5 mi
48 min
£55–70

Ilkley to Castleford by train

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Distance: 26.5 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Castleford via Leeds in around 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Wood Street via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 5m.

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