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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Castle Cary
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Castle Cary is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Castle Cary will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Castle Cary on Thu, Jun 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:01 AM1h13Reading12:14 PMCastle Cary$521One-way0 transfers
- 11:01 AM1h13Reading12:14 PMCastle Cary$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Reading to Castle Cary
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Castle Cary among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 2h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $46 (€38) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Reading to Castle Cary train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Castle Cary trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 2:55 PM Reading | 2h22 | 5:17 PM Castle Cary | 1 transfer | |
| 3:01 PM Reading | 1h09 | 4:10 PM Castle Cary | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:25 PM Reading | 2h15 | 6:40 PM Castle Cary | 1 transfer | |
| 4:29 PM Reading | 0h54 | 5:23 PM Castle Cary | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 25 | |||||
| 11:01 AM Reading | 1h13 | 12:14 PM Castle Cary | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Castle Cary
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Castle Cary run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 5:36 AM |
Last train 9:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Castle Cary trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Castle Cary from $40 (€33). 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 Reading to Castle Cary
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Castle Cary 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 Castle Cary, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Castle Cary
Most Reading to Castle Cary trains use the Reading to Castle Cary station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Castle Cary train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Castle Cary leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Castle Cary station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Castle Cary from Castle Cary city centre
Castle Cary is 1 km from Castle Cary city centre. Public transport options include:
Castle Cary train station facilities and services
Castle Cary has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Castle Cary.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Castle Cary.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castle Cary: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Castle Cary: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castle Cary: 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.
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