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 18m.

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 Westbury (Wilts), Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Castle Cary and Aberystwyth is 250 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 28m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m 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 Westbury (Wilts) 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 28m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 18m.

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 Newport (S Wales) 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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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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
7h 28m
£89–188
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 35m
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 54m
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 18m

Castle Cary to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 248.7 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a train from Castle Cary to Aberystwyth via Westbury (Wilts), Newport (S Wales), and Shrewsbury in around 7h 28m. 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 18m.

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