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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Castleford is to line 184 bus and line 231 bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Castleford is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Castleford. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Wood Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Castleford via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Oldham to Castleford?

The distance between Oldham and Castleford is 53 miles. The road distance is 41.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Castleford without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 17m and costs £15 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Oldham to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Castleford bus from?

Oldham to Castleford bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from John Street station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Castleford train from?

Oldham to Castleford train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Oldham King Street station.

Where does the Oldham to Castleford bus arrive?

Oldham to Castleford bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Oldham to Castleford train arrive?

Oldham to Castleford train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Castleford is 41 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Oldham to Castleford.

Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1599+ hotels available in Castleford.

Oldham to Castleford - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, line 356 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Oldham to Castleford by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Victoriatram
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Castlefordtrain
2h 17m
£16–27
Line 184 bus, line 231 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oldham Bus Station to Huddersfield Bus Stationbus 184
2. Take the bus from Stand Z2 Huddersfield Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 231 / ...
3h 26m
£3–5
Line 356 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oldham Bus Station to Ridge Hill Lanebus 356
2. Take the train from Stalybridge to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 58m
£13–21
Drive 40.9 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Castlefordcar 40.9 mi
49 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Castlefordtaxi 40.9 mi
49 min
£180–220
Line 83 bus, bus, line 141 bus
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wood Streetbus 140 / ...
3h 1m
£9–16

Oldham to Castleford by tram and train

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a bus from John Street to Wood Street via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 1m.

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