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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Castleford is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Castleford is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Castleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Wood Street via Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Castleford?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Castleford. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Castleford via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Swansea to Castleford?

The distance between Swansea and Castleford is 261 miles. The road distance is 227 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Swansea to Castleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Castleford bus from?

Swansea to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Castleford train from?

Swansea to Castleford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Castleford?

The best way to get from Swansea to Castleford is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Swansea to Castleford bus arrive?

Swansea to Castleford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Castleford train arrive?

Swansea to Castleford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Castleford is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Swansea to Castleford.

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

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Where can I stay near Castleford?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
6h 16m
£102–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
8h 37m
£35–82
Drive 225.7 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Castlefordcar 225.7 mi
4h 37m
£55–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane CWL - LBA
8h 30m
£74–200
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Castlefordtrain
6h 40m
£134–221

Swansea to Castleford by train

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Distance: 259.6 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Castleford, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Castleford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Wood Street via Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 37m.

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