What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £12 - £22 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £35 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Wood Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Castleford. Services depart once daily, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Castleford is 101 miles. The road distance is 97.9 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford?

The train from Newcastle to Castleford takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford train from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Castleford station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford?

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

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There are 6 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Castlefordtrain Newcastle - Leeds
1h 23m
£35–65
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wood Streetbus 140 / ...
2h 42m
£12–22
Drive 97.4 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Castlefordcar 97.4 mi
1h 44m
£24–35
Train via York
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from York to Castlefordtrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 54m
£34–74
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 2m
£41–88
Bus, line 141 bus via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk001 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wood Streetbus 140 / ...
2h 52m
£12–22

Newcastle upon Tyne to Castleford by train

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Distance: 100.1 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Castleford, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Castleford once daily. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Wood Street via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 42m.

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