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Great Western Rail operates all trains services from Castle Cary to Dorchester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castle Cary to Dorchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Castle Cary to Dorchester and enjoy the approximately 42 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:07.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 22:07 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Castle Cary to Dorchester trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Castle Cary and Dorchester. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£21
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Castle Cary to Dorchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castle Cary to Dorchester 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 Dorchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Castle Cary to Dorchester is 42 km.
The first train from Castle Cary to Dorchester leaves at 5:36.
The last train from Castle Cary to Dorchester departs at 22:07.
Trains from Castle Cary to Dorchester run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castle Cary to Dorchester.
Yes, there is a direct train between Castle Cary and Dorchester. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail.
To travel from Castle Cary to Dorchester, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Castle Cary to Dorchester.
The train station in Castle Cary that goes to Dorchester is Castle Cary station (CLC), and it arrives at Dorchester West (DCW).
Booking trains from Castle Cary to Dorchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Castle Cary to Dorchester offers scenic views of the English countryside, including rolling hills, charming villages, and lush landscapes along the way.
To explore Dorchester's key attractions like the Dorset County Museum, Maiden Castle, and the Tutankhamun Exhibition, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Castle Cary to Dorchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castle Cary and Dorchester
Castle Cary
Dorchester
The major train station for departures in Castle Cary is Castle Cary. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Castle Cary for your trip from Castle Cary to Dorchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:30 Saturday 06:30 - 21:30 Sunday 14:50 - 21:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Castle Cary
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
The major train station for arrivals in Dorchester is Dorchester West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dorchester West for your journey to Dorchester from Castle Cary.
Amenities at train station
Parking
DiningAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.”- This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms. Access between platforms is via a stepped footbridge. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Dorchester West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 18:15 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station. Some step-free access to all platforms - please check details - Ramp to Platform 1 at approx 1:14 gradient (to London) via Booking Hall, or level via car park (1 step via side gate next to Booking Hall when closed). Ramp at approx 1:20 to Platform 2 (to Weymouth) from separate entrance. Interchange via street over 1km so no reasonable step-free access between platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. Separate Male toilet facilities. Female and Accessible toilet is combined. Accessible toilets are located in the booking hall on platform 1. The toilets are open: Monday to Friday – 05:50 to 18:15 Saturday – 06:45 to 17:00 Sunday – 08:30 to 16:00
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: In the booking hall. Area is heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Dorchester South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Weymouth Avenue
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