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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Castleford is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £8 - £18 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Castleford is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Wood Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Castleford via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Preston to Castleford?

The distance between Preston and Castleford is 72 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £27 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Preston to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Castleford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Castleford train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Castleford?

The best way to get from Preston to Castleford is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £27 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £8 - £18 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Preston to Castleford bus arrive?

Preston to Castleford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Castleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Castleford is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Preston to Castleford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2h 20m
£27–52
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
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 57m
£9–17
Drive 62.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Castlefordcar 62.3 mi
1h 35m
£16–22
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 54m
£27–51
Bus, line 591 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Stationbus 591
3. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
5h 37m

Preston to Castleford by train

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Wood Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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