187
Wakefield – Castleford
via Altofts, Normanton
Arriva Yorkshire First 06:40 Last 17:57Every day
Route 187 runs between Wakefield and Castleford via Altofts, Normanton. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.
Quick departures
Live departures from key stops on this route
| Stop | Towards Bus Station |
|---|---|
| Castleford Bus Station | 18715:5015:5516:50and more |
| Altofts Cemetery | 18716:1317:13and more |
| Greenwood Close | 18716:2917:29and more |
| Wakefield Bus Station | 18715:5215:5716:52and more |
Route stops
All stops on the route towards Bus Station
StopApprox. time
Frequently asked questions about the 187
- What time is the first and last 187 bus?
- The first 187 of the day departs at 06:40 and the last one departs at 17:57. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
- Does the 187 bus run at weekends?
- Yes. The 187 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
- How long does the 187 bus take?
- A full end-to-end journey on the 187 takes about 57 minutes between Wakefield and Castleford, running via Altofts and Normanton. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
- Who operates the 187 bus?
- The 187 is operated by Arriva Yorkshire. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.
Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.