What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Horsepond via Bus Station and Crispin Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Castle Cary via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

The distance between Barnstaple and Castle Cary is 97 miles. The road distance is 79.3 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to Castle Cary without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Castle Cary bus from?

Barnstaple to Castle Cary bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Castle Cary train from?

Barnstaple to Castle Cary train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 667 bus, which costs and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Castle Cary bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Castle Cary bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Castle Cary train arrive?

Barnstaple to Castle Cary train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Castle Cary is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Barnstaple to Castle Cary.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

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Where can I stay near Castle Cary?

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Barnstaple to Castle Cary - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
2h 51m
£33–54
Drive 78.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Castle Carycar 78.8 mi
1h 39m
£20–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502
2. Take the train from Taunton to Castle Carytrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
3h 11m
£36–41
Bus, line 667 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Crispin Hallbus 375
3. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to The Horsepondbus 667
5h 38m

Barnstaple to Castle Cary by train

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary.

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Distance: 96.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Castle Cary, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Castle Cary via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Horsepond via Bus Station and Crispin Hall in around 5h 38m.

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