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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Cary to Welshpool is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Cary to Welshpool is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Cary and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Cary to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Horse Pond Inn and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Crispin Hall, Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Castle Cary and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Cary to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Welshpool via Westbury (Wilts), Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Castle Cary to Welshpool?

The distance between Castle Cary and Welshpool is 189 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Cary to Welshpool without a car is to train via Westbury (Wilts) which takes 5h 58m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Castle Cary to Welshpool, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Castle Cary to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Castle Cary to Welshpool is to train via Westbury (Wilts) which takes 5h 58m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Castle Cary to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castle Cary to Welshpool train arrive?

Castle Cary to Welshpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Castle Cary to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Cary to Welshpool is 135 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Castle Cary to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Castle Cary to Welshpool 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 via Westbury (Wilts)
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Newport (S Wales)Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 58m
£79–175
Drive 134.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castle Cary to Welshpool134.6 mi
3h 11m
£34–49
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 Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
8h 27m
Train
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newport (S Wales)Weymouth - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 38m
£85–173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Bus Station376
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
9h 53m

Castle Cary to Welshpool by train

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Distance: 187.5 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Castle Cary to Welshpool via Westbury (Wilts), Newport (S Wales), and Shrewsbury in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horse Pond Inn to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Crispin Hall, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 27m.

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