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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Castleford
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Castleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Castleford will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Castleford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
21:003h50Manchester0:50Castleford£141One-way0 changes
- 21:003h50Manchester0:50Castleford£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Castleford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Castleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 64 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Castleford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Castleford coaches for today, Wednesday 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 Manchester | 3h50 | 0:50 Castleford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Castleford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester to Castleford run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:46. The fastest coach covers the 64 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 64 km |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to CastlefordYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Castleford with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Manchester to Castleford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Castleford by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Castleford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Castleford
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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