Castle Cary to Dartford by train
| First train | 08:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:06 | |
| Departure station | Castle Cary | |
| Arrival station | Dartford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 46m | |
| Distance | 121 miles (195 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from Castle Cary to Dartford in 2 hours 46 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Castle Cary to Dartford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 11 minutes to travel the 121 miles (195 km) from Castle Cary to Dartford by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 46 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Southeastern, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Castle Cary to Dartford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Dartford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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