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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Castleford is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Castleford is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Castleford via Paddington, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Reading to Castleford?

The distance between Reading and Castleford is 248 miles. The road distance is 187.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Castleford without a car is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Reading to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Castleford train from?

Reading to Castleford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Castleford train arrive?

Reading to Castleford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Castleford is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Reading to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

There are 1616+ hotels available in Castleford.

Reading to Castleford - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Castleford by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h
£74–166
Drive 186 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Castlefordcar 186 mi
3h 22m
£46–67
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain
5h 1m
£87–318
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Castlefordtrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
4h 26m
£103–147
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain
4h 58m
£112–246
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LHR - LBA
6h 56m
£138–604

Reading to Castleford by train and subway

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Distance: 246.9 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Reading to Castleford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 4h.

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