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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Cary and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Horse Pond Inn and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Crispin Hall, Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Castle Cary and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Aberystwyth via Taunton and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Castle Cary and Aberystwyth is 286 miles. The road distance is 144.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £70 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

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

Castle Cary to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Crispin Hall station.

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

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

Train or bus from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 7h and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Castle Cary to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Castle Cary to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Castle Cary to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Castle Cary to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Cary to Aberystwyth is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Castle Cary to Aberystwyth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Taunton
2. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
7h
£74–214
Drive 143.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth143.7 mi
3h 29m
£36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Cardiff CentralWeymouth - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
8h 36m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Temple Meads Stn376
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
8h 50m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Bus Station376
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
9h 20m

Castle Cary to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 284.6 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Castle Cary, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth via Taunton and Birmingham New Street in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horse Pond Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Crispin Hall, Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 9h 20m.

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