What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford is to line 189 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £20 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield Westgate and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wakefield Bus Station station and arriving at Hightown Church. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield Westgate and Castleford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Castleford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford?

The distance between Wakefield Westgate and Castleford is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.4 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £2 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford?

The train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Castleford takes 10 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield Westgate to Castleford bus from?

Wakefield Westgate to Castleford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield Westgate to Castleford train from?

Wakefield Westgate to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford?

The best way to get from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford is to train which takes 28 min and costs £2 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 189 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 43 min.

Where does the Wakefield Westgate to Castleford bus arrive?

Wakefield Westgate to Castleford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Hightown Church station.

Where does the Wakefield Westgate to Castleford train arrive?

Wakefield Westgate to Castleford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Castleford station.

Can I drive from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield Westgate to Castleford is 8 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford.

How do I get a train ticket from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford?

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Wakefield Westgate to Castleford - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 189 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield Westgate to Castleford by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
28 min
£2–5
Line 189 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Hightown Churchbus 189 / ...
43 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield Westgate to Castlefordtaxi 8.3 mi
15 min
£20–24
Drive 8.3 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield Westgate to Castlefordcar 8.3 mi
15 min
£2–3

Wakefield Westgate to Castleford by foot and train

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Distance: 7.6 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Wakefield Westgate, England and Castleford, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Castleford hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 10 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Hightown Church every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 35 min.

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