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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary is to bus and line 374 bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Horsepond via Taunton Town Centre Stop I and Crispin Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Castle Cary via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

The distance between Barnstaple and Castle Cary is 97 miles. The road distance is 79.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £40 - £90.

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

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

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

Barnstaple to Castle Cary bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Castle Cary is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 374 bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Castle Cary bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Castle Cary bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Castle Cary train arrive?

Barnstaple to Castle Cary train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Castle Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Castle Cary is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Barnstaple to Castle Cary.

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

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Where can I stay near Castle Cary?

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Barnstaple to Castle Cary - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 374 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
2h 46m
£42–87
Bus, line 374 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Crispin Hallbus 374
4h 37m
£15–33
Drive 78.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Castle Carycar 78.9 mi
1h 39m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Crispin Hallbus 375
5h 6m
£17–38

Barnstaple to Castle Cary by train

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Distance: 96.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Castle Cary via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Horsepond via County Hall, Taunton Town Centre Stop I, and Crispin Hall in around 4h 37m.

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