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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Cary to Windermere is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Cary to Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Castle Cary and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Cary to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Windermere via Taunton, Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Castle Cary to Windermere?

The distance between Castle Cary and Windermere is 316 miles. The road distance is 267.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Cary to Windermere without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 23m and costs £85 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Castle Cary to Windermere, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Castle Cary to Windermere?

The best way to get from Castle Cary to Windermere is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 23m and costs £85 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Castle Cary to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castle Cary to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Cary to Windermere is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Castle Cary to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3203+ hotels available in Windermere.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Castle Cary to Windermere 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 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 Oxenholme Lake District
7h 23m
£87–253
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 Oxenholme Lake District
9h 10m
£65–196
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Bus Station376
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermere
10h 6m
Drive 265.8 mi
1. Drive from Castle Cary to Windermere265.8 mi
4h 36m
£67–96
Bus
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 Bus Station Night Std181
12h 2m

Castle Cary to Windermere by train

48Weekly Trains

7h 23mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 314.1 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a train from Castle Cary to Windermere via Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 7h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horse Pond Inn to Windermere via Crispin Hall, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 12h 2m.

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