Great Western Railway
Avanti West Coast
Trains to Barnstaple from Castle Cary
| First train | 07:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:43 | |
| Departure station | Castle Cary | |
| Arrival station | Barnstaple | |
| Journey time | From 2h 0m | |
| Distance | 67 miles (108 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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What are the train times from Castle Cary to Barnstaple?
Get from Castle Cary to Barnstaple in as little as 2 hours on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.
The average train journey from Castle Cary to Barnstaple takes around 3 hours 40 minutes. There are around 14 trains that operate on this route daily.
As there are no direct trains between Castle Cary and Barnstaple, you'll need to make 1 change.
Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway.
Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.
With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Castle Cary to Barnstaple?
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3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Castle Cary to Barnstaple is right for you.
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§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.