🚌 Bus from Castleford to Leeds City Centre
4 direct routes · about 57 min · first bus 05:33, last bus 22:03 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 140 | Arriva Yorkshire | ~57 min | 38 | 05:33 | 22:03 | Junction 32 Outlet |
| 141 | Arriva Yorkshire | ~57 min | 36 | 06:03 | 21:03 | Junction 32 Outlet |
| 163 | Arriva Yorkshire | ~78 min | 1 | 04:27 | 04:27 | Castleford Bus Station (stand J) |
| 168 | Arriva Yorkshire | ~50 min | 1 | 04:30 | 04:30 | Castleford Bus Station (stand K) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Castleford on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Castleford to Leeds City Centre?
4 routes run directly from Castleford to Leeds City Centre: the 140 (Arriva Yorkshire), the 141 (Arriva Yorkshire), the 163 (Arriva Yorkshire), the 168 (Arriva Yorkshire).
How long does the bus take from Castleford to Leeds City Centre?
Around 57 minutes on the 140, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Castleford to Leeds City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 140) leaves around 05:33 and the last around 22:03. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Castleford to Leeds City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.