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

The cheapest way to get from Parkstone to Castle Cary is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkstone to Castle Cary is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Parkstone and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkstone to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Ashley Cross and arriving at Horse Pond Inn via Bus Station, Crown Hotel, Car Park and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Parkstone and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct train from Parkstone to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Parkstone (Dorset) and arriving at Castle Cary via Weymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Parkstone to Castle Cary?

The distance between Parkstone and Castle Cary is 70 miles. The road distance is 42.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Parkstone to Castle Cary without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Parkstone to Castle Cary, including transfers.

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

Parkstone to Castle Cary bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Ashley Cross station.

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

Parkstone to Castle Cary train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Parkstone (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Parkstone to Castle Cary?

The best way to get from Parkstone to Castle Cary is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 1 bus, which costs and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Parkstone to Castle Cary bus arrive?

Parkstone to Castle Cary bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Parkstone to Castle Cary train arrive?

Parkstone to Castle Cary train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Weymouth station.

Can I drive from Parkstone to Castle Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkstone to Castle Cary is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Parkstone to Castle Cary.

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

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Where can I stay near Castle Cary?

There are 1015+ hotels available in Castle Cary.

Parkstone to Castle Cary - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Parkstone (Dorset) to WeymouthBournemouth - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle CaryWeymouth - Gloucester / ...
2h 46m
£38–66
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Parkstone to Castle Cary42 mi
1h 8m
£11–16
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Ashley Cross to Bus Station20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Crown HotelX8
3. Take the bus from Crown Hotel to Car ParkCr4
4. Take the bus from Car Park to Bus StationCr4
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horse Pond Inn1
4h 30m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Parkstone to Castle Cary42 mi
1h 8m
£190–230

Parkstone to Castle Cary by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.4 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Parkstone (Dorset) to Castle Cary via Weymouth in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ashley Cross to Horse Pond Inn via Bus Station, Crown Hotel, Car Park, and Bus Station in around 4h 30m.

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