• Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

  • Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

  • Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

TrainlineTrainline is Europe’s leading platform for train and bus tickets

Branksome to Castle Cary by train

First train

06:49

Last train

22:02

Departure station

Branksome

Arrival station

Castle Cary

Journey time

From 2h 33m

Distance

37 miles (59 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

Travelling from Branksome to Castle Cary by train

Looking to travel from Branksome to Castle Cary by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 4 hours 22 minutes to travel from Branksome to Castle Cary by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 33 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 37 miles (59 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Castle Cary, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway or South Western Railway to get to Castle Cary – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Branksome to Castle Cary in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Branksome to Castle Cary? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Branksome to Castle Cary take?

The average journey time by train between Branksome and Castle Cary is 4 hours and 22 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Branksome and Castle Cary by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Branksome to Castle Cary is 2 hours and 33 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Branksome to Castle Cary?

No, there are no direct train services from Branksome to Castle Cary. Travelling from Branksome to Castle Cary by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Branksome to Castle Cary leave?

The first train from Branksome to Castle Cary leaves at 06:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Branksome to Castle Cary leave?

The last train from Branksome to Castle Cary leaves at 22:02. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Branksome and Castle Cary by train?

Trains travelling from Branksome to Castle Cary cover a distance of around 37 miles (59 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Castle Cary to Branksome.

Cheap train tickets from Branksome to Castle Cary

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Branksome to Castle Cary is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.