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It takes an average of 8h 56m to travel from Castle Cary to Durham by train, over a distance of around 257 miles (414 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Castle Cary to Durham and tickets for this journey start from £112.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:35 | |
| Departure station | Castle Cary | |
| Arrival station | Durham | |
| Journey time | From 6h 11m | |
| Distance | 257 miles (414 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £112.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway |
About the train journey from Castle Cary to Durham
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The train from Castle Cary to Durham usually takes 8 hours 56 minutes on average to travel 257 miles (414 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 6 hours 11 minutes. You can expect to find 5 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Durham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Castle Cary to Durham if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £112.50. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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The price of train tickets from Castle Cary to Durham starts at £112.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.