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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Castle Cary is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 8h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Castle Cary is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at The Horsepond via Newhall St, Bus Station, Bus Station and Cenotaph. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Castle Cary via Crewe, Birmingham New Street and Taunton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Chester to Castle Cary?

The distance between Chester and Castle Cary is 236 miles. The road distance is 173.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Castle Cary without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 47m and costs £55 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Chester to Castle Cary, including transfers.

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

Chester to Castle Cary bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

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

Chester to Castle Cary train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Chester to Castle Cary?

The best way to get from Chester to Castle Cary is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 47m and costs £55 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus and line 376 bus, which costs and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Chester to Castle Cary bus arrive?

Chester to Castle Cary bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Chester to Castle Cary train arrive?

Chester to Castle Cary train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Chester to Castle Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Castle Cary is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Chester to Castle Cary.

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

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Where can I stay near Castle Cary?

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Chester to Castle Cary - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, line 376 bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Chester to Castle Cary by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Taunton
3. Take the train from Taunton to Castle Cary
5h 47m
£60–266
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate CrickhoGma
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Bus StationGm3
8h 51m
£41–58
Bus, line 376 bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376 / ...
6h 48m
Drive 172.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Castle Cary172.2 mi
3h 49m
£43–62
Fly Liverpool to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Westbury (Wilts)
7h 34m
£89–210
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Castle Cary
5h 59m
£63–147
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)MAN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Westbury (Wilts)
7h 38m
£94–226
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)
6h 7m
£104–245
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Castle Cary
6h 16m
£117–354

Chester to Castle Cary by train

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Distance: 234.2 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Castle Cary via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, and Taunton in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to The Horsepond via Newhall St, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Cenotaph in around 6h 48m.

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