The cheapest and fastest trains from Castle Cary to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castle Cary to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castle Cary to Barnstaple will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Castle Cary to Barnstaple without transferring at least once.
10:13 AM2h16Castle Cary12:29 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
12:14 PM2h12Castle Cary2:26 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
2:14 PM2h10Castle Cary4:24 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
4:35 PM2h52Castle Cary7:27 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
6:16 PM2h10Castle Cary8:26 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
2:14 PM2h10Castle Cary4:24 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
6:16 PM2h10Castle Cary8:26 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
12:14 PM2h12Castle Cary2:26 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
10:13 AM2h16Castle Cary12:29 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
4:35 PM2h52Castle Cary7:27 PMBarnstaple$1231One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Castle Cary to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castle Cary to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $64, and a train costs an average of $64.
Distance: 67 miles (108 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $64 (€52) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-34.92 (€-28.57). The journey takes 2h 47m versus 1h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Castle Cary to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Castle Cary to Barnstaple trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:25 AM Castle Cary | 2h00 | 12:25 PM Barnstaple | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:12 PM Castle Cary | 2h16 | 2:28 PM Barnstaple | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Castle Cary | 2h10 | 4:25 PM Barnstaple | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:12 PM Castle Cary | 2h26 | 6:38 PM Barnstaple | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:26 PM Castle Cary | 2h11 | 7:37 PM Barnstaple | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:12 PM Castle Cary | 2h21 | 8:33 PM Barnstaple | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:39 PM Castle Cary | 11h53 | 9:32 AM Barnstaple | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castle Cary to Barnstaple
Trains from Castle Cary to Barnstaple run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 67 miles (108 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 6:25 AM |
Last train 8:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Castle Cary to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Castle Cary and Barnstaple from $64 (€52). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Castle Cary to Barnstaple
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castle Cary to Barnstaple by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barnstaple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Castle Cary to Barnstaple
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:30 Saturday 06:30 - 21:30 Sunday 14:50 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2- Station Step free access available to the Westbury-bound platform. Platform 2 can only be accessed via the footbridge on the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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