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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Castle Cary is to train and bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 55m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Castle Cary via Oxenholme Lake District, Birmingham New Street and Taunton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Windermere to Castle Cary?

The distance between Windermere and Castle Cary is 316 miles. The road distance is 267.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Castle Cary without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 8m and costs £80 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 8h 8m to get from Windermere to Castle Cary, including transfers.

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

Windermere to Castle Cary train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Windermere to Castle Cary?

The best way to get from Windermere to Castle Cary is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 8m and costs £80 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Windermere to Castle Cary train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Windermere to Castle Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Castle Cary is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Windermere to Castle Cary.

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

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Where can I stay near Castle Cary?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Windermere to Castle Cary by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Taunton
3. Take the train from Taunton to Castle Cary
8h 8m
£81–303
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester AirportWindermere - Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to UWE East GateM19
10h 55m
£35–62
Drive 266 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Castle Cary266 mi
4h 36m
£67–96
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Castle Cary
8h 45m
£72–212
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station106 / ...
12h 2m
£67–114

Windermere to Castle Cary by train

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8h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 314.1 mi
Duration: 8h 8m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Castle Cary via Oxenholme Lake District, Birmingham New Street, and Taunton in around 8h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Windermere to The Horsepond via Oxenholme Lake District, Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Crispin Hall in around 12h 2m.

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