What is the cheapest way to get from South Kirkby to Castleford?

The cheapest way to get from South Kirkby to Castleford is to line 496 bus and line 189 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Kirkby to Castleford?

The fastest way to get from South Kirkby to Castleford is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between South Kirkby and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from South Kirkby to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Beech Close and arriving at Kirkgate H via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between South Kirkby and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from South Kirkby to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Moorthorpe and arriving at Castleford via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from South Kirkby to Castleford?

The distance between South Kirkby and Castleford is 17 miles. The road distance is 11.7 miles.

How do I travel from South Kirkby to Castleford without a car?

The best way to get from South Kirkby to Castleford without a car is to line 496 bus which takes 1h 13m and costs £3 - £8.

How long does it take to get from South Kirkby to Castleford?

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from South Kirkby to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Kirkby to Castleford bus from?

South Kirkby to Castleford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Beech Close station.

Where do I catch the South Kirkby to Castleford train from?

South Kirkby to Castleford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Moorthorpe station.

Train or bus from South Kirkby to Castleford?

The best way to get from South Kirkby to Castleford is to line 496 bus which takes 1h 13m and costs £3 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £23 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the South Kirkby to Castleford bus arrive?

South Kirkby to Castleford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Kirkgate H station.

Where does the South Kirkby to Castleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Kirkby to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between South Kirkby to Castleford is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from South Kirkby to Castleford.

How do I get a train ticket from South Kirkby to Castleford?

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

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South Kirkby to Castleford - 6 ways to travel via train, line 496 bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from South Kirkby to Castleford by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 496 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Beech Close to Kirkgate Hbus 496
1h 13m
£4–8
Line 496 bus, line 189 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beech Close to Kirkgate Hbus 496
2. Take the bus from Kirkgate A to Hightown Churchbus 189
1h 20m
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Moorthorpe to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Castlefordtrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
1h 17m
£11–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Kirkby to Castlefordtaxi 11.6 mi
20 min
£26–32
Drive 11.6 mi
1. Drive from South Kirkby to Castlefordcar 11.6 mi
20 min
£3–5
Line 239 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mill Ln White Apron Street to Pontefract Bus Stationbus 239
2. Take the bus from Pontefract Bus Station to Beancroft Road Cambridge Stbus 146 / ...
1h 29m

South Kirkby to Castleford by bus and train

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between South Kirkby, England and Castleford, England?

Arriva UK operates a bus from Beech Close to Kirkgate H every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Moorthorpe to Castleford via Leeds in around 1h 17m.

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