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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Castle Cary is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Castle Cary is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Barking Town Centre and arriving at The Horsepond via Regent Street / St James's, Hammersmith Bus Station and Memorial Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Castle Cary via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Ilford to Castle Cary?

The distance between Ilford and Castle Cary is 127 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Castle Cary without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Ilford to Castle Cary, including transfers.

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

Ilford to Castle Cary bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Barking Town Centre station.

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

Ilford to Castle Cary train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.

Train or bus from Ilford to Castle Cary?

The best way to get from Ilford to Castle Cary is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Ilford to Castle Cary bus arrive?

Ilford to Castle Cary bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Regent Street / St James's station.

Where does the Ilford to Castle Cary train arrive?

Ilford to Castle Cary train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Ilford to Castle Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Castle Cary is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Ilford to Castle Cary.

Where can I stay near Castle Cary?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Castle Cary.

Ilford to Castle Cary - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ilford to Castle Cary by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilford to London PaddingtonElizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Castle CaryLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 6m
£44–102
Train via Stratford Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Castle CaryLondon Waterloo - Yeovil Junction / ...
4h 38m
£28–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Regent Street / St James'sN15
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Memorial HallSf2
6h 3m
Drive 129.9 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Castle Cary129.9 mi
2h 44m
£33–47

Ilford to Castle Cary by train

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3h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.2 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Ilford to Castle Cary via London Paddington in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barking Town Centre to The Horsepond via Regent Street / St James's, Hammersmith Bus Station, and Memorial Hall in around 6h 3m.

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