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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Castleford is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Castleford is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Westgate/Unity Place and arriving at Wood Street via Meadowhall Interchange/A2 and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Castleford via Meadowhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Castleford?

The distance between Rotherham and Castleford is 33 miles. The road distance is 24.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £12 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Rotherham to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Castleford bus from?

Rotherham to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Castleford train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotherham to Castleford?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Castleford is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £6 - £17 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Rotherham to Castleford bus arrive?

Rotherham to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Rotherham to Castleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotherham to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Castleford is 24 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Rotherham to Castleford.

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

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Rotherham to Castleford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 141 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Meadowhall to Castlefordtrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
1h 43m
£13–24
Drive 23.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rotherham to Castlefordcar 23.9 mi
38 min
£6–9
Bus, line 141 bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wood Streetbus 140 / ...
2h 6m
£7–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotherham to Castlefordtaxi 23.9 mi
38 min
£50–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/A3 to Barnsley Interchange/A17bus 22X / ...
2. Take the train from Barnsley to Castlefordtrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2h 25m
£10–17

Rotherham to Castleford by train

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Distance: 32.7 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Meadowhall to Castleford hourly. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate/Unity Place to Wood Street via Meadowhall Interchange/A4, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 6m.

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