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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Cary to Blackpool is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Cary to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Castle Cary and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Cary to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Blackpool North via Taunton, Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Castle Cary to Blackpool?

The distance between Castle Cary and Blackpool is 283 miles. The road distance is 232.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Cary to Blackpool without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 17m and costs £70 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Castle Cary to Blackpool, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Castle Cary to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Castle Cary to Blackpool is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 17m and costs £70 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Castle Cary to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castle Cary to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castle Cary to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Cary to Blackpool is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Castle Cary to Blackpool.

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

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Castle Cary to Blackpool - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Castle Cary and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Cary to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Horse Pond Inn and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Crispin Hall, Bus Station, Hanover Street and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

There are 8 ways to get from Castle Cary to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
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 Preston
6h 17m
£71–225
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool North
8h 3m
£52–186
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Bus Station376
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
9h 35m
Drive 231.3 mi
1. Drive from Castle Cary to Blackpool231.3 mi
4h 16m
£58–84
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 7m
£120–370
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Bus Station376
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
10h 25m
Train to Exeter, fly, train
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 44m
£124–347
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 16m
£96–244

Castle Cary to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 281.4 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Castle Cary to Blackpool North via Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horse Pond Inn to National Express Coach Facility via Crispin Hall, Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Charlotte Street, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 9h 35m.

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