Castle Cary to Exeter train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Castle Cary to Exeter

Showing times and prices for 11 May

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

49 m

Average duration

57 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

82 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castle Cary to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Castle Cary to Exeter will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Castle Cary for Exeter every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Great Western RailwayP29974
    12:150h52
    Castle Cary station (CLC)
    13:07Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £411One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayP22663 · P33359
    11:051h27
    Castle Cary station (CLC)
    12:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayP29960 · P33336
    8:380h57
    Castle Cary station (CLC)
    9:35Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayP29974 · P33366
    12:151h16
    Castle Cary station (CLC)
    13:31Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayP29960
    8:380h49
    Castle Cary station (CLC)
    9:27Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £411One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Castle Cary to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castle Cary to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £33.

Distance: 82 km

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£34

Average Price

£25

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1h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

52m

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Live departures

Castle Cary to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for Castle Cary to Exeter trains for today, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:40 Castle Cary
0h46
10:26 Exeter0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)10:13 Castle Cary
0h52
11:05 Exeter0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)12:14 Castle Cary
0h46
13:00 Exeter0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)14:14 Castle Cary
0h45
14:59 Exeter0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)16:35 Castle Cary
0h49
17:24 Exeter0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Castle Cary to Exeter

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Trains from Castle Cary to Exeter run on average 8 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 49m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £25
Distance
82 km
Average train duration
52m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
49m
First train
5:14
Last train
22:42
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
1 day
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £25

Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Castle Cary to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Castle Cary and Exeter from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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
50m
Cheapest Price
£24
Great Western Railway frequency
9 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

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
£57
first_great_western frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Castle Cary to Exeter train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castle Cary to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Castle Cary to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £34.
The train journey from Castle Cary to Exeter covers a distance of 82 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Castle Cary to Exeter is 82 km.
The first train from Castle Cary to Exeter leaves at 5:14.
The last train from Castle Cary to Exeter departs at 22:42.
Trains from Castle Cary to Exeter run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castle Cary to Exeter.
Yes, there is a direct train between Castle Cary and Exeter. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, first_great_western.
To get from Castle Cary to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Castle Cary to Exeter.
The train station in Castle Cary that goes to Exeter is Castle Cary station (CLC), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The cheapest way to get from Castle Cary to Exeter is by coach, costing approximately £25.
Booking trains from Castle Cary to Exeter 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 Exeter is quite scenic, offering views of the rolling countryside, charming villages, and stretches of picturesque landscapes typical of the English West Country.
Yes, a day trip from Castle Cary to Exeter is possible. The journey takes 49m and trains run 10 times per day, covering a distance of 82 km.
Two to three days in Exeter is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the stunning quayside, and visit nearby attractions like Dartmoor National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter.

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Important Stations and Airports in Castle Cary and Exeter

Castle Cary
Exeter
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 Exeter.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:30 Saturday 06:30 - 21:30 Sunday 14:50 - 21:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
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

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