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Castle Cary Museum
Local museum covering Castle Cary's history, trades and everyday life through compact displays in the market town centre.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Castle Cary
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£222
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£225
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
5 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
7 h 44 m
Trains on 20 Sept
4
Distance
277 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Castle Cary is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Castle Cary will cost around £225 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £222.
Fast trains
To travel from Bolton to Castle Cary you need to make at least 3 changes.
12:365h26Bolton18:02Castle Cary£2221One-way3 changes- 13:565h07Bolton19:03Castle Cary£2221One-way3 changes
- 18:5614h24Bolton9:20Castle Cary£2221One-way3 changes
16:065h58Bolton22:04Castle Cary£2361One-way3 changes
- 13:565h07Bolton19:03Castle Cary£2221One-way3 changes
- 12:365h26Bolton18:02Castle Cary£2221One-way3 changes
- 16:065h58Bolton22:04Castle Cary£2361One-way3 changes
- 18:5614h24Bolton9:20Castle Cary£2221One-way3 changes
Live departures
Bolton to Castle Cary train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Castle Cary trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:53 Bolton | 5h25 | 13:18 Castle Cary | 3 changes | |
| 9:54 Bolton | 5h23 | 15:17 Castle Cary | 3 changes | |
| 11:54 Bolton | 5h26 | 17:20 Castle Cary | 3 changes | |
| 12:54 Bolton | 5h39 | 18:33 Castle Cary | 3 changes | |
| 13:54 Bolton | 5h23 | 19:17 Castle Cary | 3 changes |
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Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Castle Cary trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Castle Cary. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
5h 58m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£236
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Northern Trains Limited
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Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
5h 7m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£222
Northern Trains Limited frequency
7 a day
Complete guide to Castle Cary
Things to do in Castle Cary
Discover the best of Castle Cary — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castle Cary trip today.
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Hauser & Wirth Somerset
Artist-led gallery space known for changing exhibitions of painting and mixed media in nearby Bruton, easy to combine with a day trip.
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Shepton Mallet Prison Museum
Museum in nearby Shepton Mallet exploring prison history through tours and displays inside a striking former jail complex.
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Fore Street
Steep main street lined with historic buildings, independent shops and attractive façades that capture the character of Castle Cary.
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The Newt Gardens and Woodland Walks
Nearby landscaped park with lakeside paths, woodland and broad views, making it a popular local walking and picnic area.
Market Place
Central square and civic heart of the town, useful for orientation and a good place to appreciate local architecture and daily life.
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Somerset Cider
A rich Somerset cider made from local apples. It is a defining regional drink, long tied to farm orchards and village pubs across the area.
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Cheddar Cheese
A firm cow’s milk cheese from Somerset with a tangy, nutty flavour. It is one of England’s best-known traditional regional foods.
Ploughman’s Lunch
A traditional ploughman’s lunch with Cheddar, bread, pickles and salad. It is a classic West Country pub meal built around local cheese.
The Montague Inn
Country pub near Castle Cary known for carefully prepared British food, local ales and a smart but comfortable dining room.
The Botanic Garden Restaurant
Elegant restaurant and garden venue at The Newt estate, serving seasonal produce-led dishes in a refined countryside setting.
The Bay Tree
Well-known bistro on the High Street offering modern British cooking, coffee and a friendly, polished town-centre atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for rural England. Rooms and dining cost more than many small UK towns, but local transport is limited and everyday spending is manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a budget meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés only for good service.
FAQs: Bolton to Castle Cary train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton 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.
The train distance from Bolton to Castle Cary is 277 km.
The first train from Bolton to Castle Cary leaves at 0:23.
The last train from Bolton to Castle Cary departs at 19:54.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton to Castle Cary.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bolton to Castle Cary.
To get from Bolton to Castle Cary, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bolton to Castle Cary.
Booking trains from Bolton to Castle Cary in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bolton to Castle Cary offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with scenic views particularly noticeable as the train travels through the rolling hills and countryside of Somerset.
A visit to Castle Cary typically requires 1 to 2 days to explore its main attractions, including the historic town centre, local shops, and nearby countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to Castle Cary.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Castle Cary
Most Bolton to Castle Cary trains use the Bolton to Castle Cary station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Castle Cary train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bolton
Arrival train stations in Castle Cary
Which Bolton station do trains to Castle Cary leave from?
Trains from Bolton to Castle Cary leave from Bolton. The station is 1 km from Bolton city centre at Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE.
BoltonBolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
City-centre transport
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus576, 535, 525, 526, 507, 561, 562, 575, 527, 534, 537, 541, 533, 480 · 10m · £2 · every ~79 min
125 · 15m · £8 · every ~16 min
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Castle Cary station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Trains from Bolton to Castle Cary arrive at Castle Cary. Castle Cary is 1 km from Castle Cary city centre.
Castle CaryCastle Cary station, Station Wharf, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Castle Cary from Castle Cary city centre
Castle Cary is 1 km from Castle Cary city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus1, 667 · 7m · £4 · every ~2 min
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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