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

The cheapest way to get from Leigh to Castleford is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £6 - £13 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leigh to Castleford is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Leigh and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Leigh station to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Leigh Bus Station and arriving at Wood Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Leigh and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Leigh to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Atherton and arriving at Castleford via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Leigh to Castleford?

The distance between Leigh and Castleford is 61 miles. The road distance is 57 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leigh to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Leigh to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Castleford bus from?

Leigh to Castleford bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Leigh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Castleford train from?

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

Train or bus from Leigh to Castleford?

The best way to get from Leigh to Castleford is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £6 - £13 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Leigh to Castleford bus arrive?

Leigh to Castleford bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Manchester Town Hall station.

Where does the Leigh to Castleford train arrive?

Leigh to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Leigh to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh to Castleford is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Leigh to Castleford.

Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1631+ hotels available in Castleford.

Leigh to Castleford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 35 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Leigh to Castleford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Atherton to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Castlefordtrain
2h 57m
£18–31
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Manchester Town Hallbus V1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wood Streetbus 140 / ...
3h 41m
£7–13
Line 35 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Charlotte Streetbus 35
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York
3h 22m
£15–24
Drive 56.6 mi
1. Drive from Leigh to Castlefordcar 56.6 mi
1h 4m
£15–21
Train, line 163 bus
1. Take the train from Atherton to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from City Square to Castleford Bus Stationbus 163
4h 39m
£23–45

Leigh to Castleford by bus and train

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Distance: 60.4 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Leigh, Wigan, England and Castleford, England?

You can take a bus from Leigh Bus Station to Castleford via Atherton Rail Station, Atherton, Manchester Victoria, and Huddersfield in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leigh Bus Station to Wood Street via Manchester Town Hall, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 41m.

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