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About Castle Cary (CLC) Train Station

Station managed by: Great Western Railway

Castle Cary station
Station Wharf
Castle Cary
Somerset
BA7 7PE

Castle Cary Station can be found on Station Wharf in Castle Cary as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Western Railway.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Castle Cary Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Castle Cary Station

Exploring the Richness of Castle Cary Train Station

Castle Cary Train Station serves as a beacon for explorers and commuters alike in the picturesque town of Castle Cary, Somerset. Steeped in history and bustling with modern-day conveniences, it stands as a crucial hub for travelers venturing near and far. From its range of facilities to essential travel links, the station ensures a seamless journey to various exciting destinations.

Your Journey Begins at Castle Cary

The station facilitates easy ticket purchases and collections with a ticket office open from 07:30 to 18:30 on weekdays, and slightly shorter hours on Saturdays. There are ticket machines on-site, including accessible options for ease of use. Even if you purchase tickets online, you can conveniently collect them directly at the station's ticket machine.

Castle Cary isn’t just practical, it’s accommodating too. Step-free access is available, albeit in parts, specifically to the Westbury-bound platform, and the station houses an induction loop to aid those with hearing difficulties. The waiting room, available until late into the evening, provides a comfortable space while you wait for your train.

Travel Connections and Facilities

Getting around from Castle Cary is straightforward with essential onward travel connections. Whether you're heading to Heathrow or planning a trip to Gatwick, convenient airport links are available through Reading and Bristol Temple Meads, respectively. For local jaunts, there’s a reliable taxi rank at the station entrance. If you’re planning a cycling adventure, you can safely store your bicycle with eight sheltered cycle stands under continuous CCTV surveillance.

And when it comes to refreshment and relaxation, a mobile coffee shop stationed at the entrance will attend to your cravings while you make your travel arrangements.

Popular Travel Destinations

Castle Cary opens a gateway to numerous enticing destinations, offering direct travel to picturesque locales and bustling urban centers alike. With trains to London Paddington and Bath Spa, your options broaden significantly, whether for business or leisure. Excursions to Bristol Temple Meads or seaside jaunts to Weymouth are equally enticing. Castle Cary unlocks cultural, historical, and scenic riches, no matter where your adventure leads.

The Final Word on Castle Cary

Whether you're traveling for pleasure, business, or perhaps a bit of both, Castle Cary Train Station is more than just a transit point—it's a starting line for new experiences and discoveries. With its comprehensive services, essential accessibility features, and wealth of travel options, it's a station that thoughtfully considers the needs of all its passengers. So why not embark on your next journey with Castle Cary as your first step? Purchase your ticket today and let the adventure unfold.

Castle Cary Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:07:30 to 18:30
Saturday:07:30 to 16:30
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationYes
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:06:30 to 21:30
Saturday:06:30 to 21:30
Sunday:14:30 to 21:30
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Please visit GWR Help & Support. Or contact our social media team @gwrhelp.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

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 or using the barrow crossing (only when the station is staffed).

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting rooms
Monday to Friday:06:30 to 21:30
Saturday:06:30 to 21:30
Sunday:14:50 to 21:30

In ticket hall

Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

Set- Down / Pick up Points are available at the station entrance.

Accessible spaces5
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

An accessible ticket machine is available adjacent to the platform entrance.

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:06:30 to 21:30
Saturday:06:30 to 21:30
Sunday:14:30 to 21:30
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsYes

Platform 1

Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting rooms
Monday to Friday:06:30 to 21:30
Saturday:06:30 to 21:30
Sunday:14:50 to 21:30

In ticket hall

Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorAPCOA Parking (UK) Limited
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces178
Accessible spaces5
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVNo
Parking charges
Daily£4.00
Annual£467.00
Sunday£2.80
Weekly£20.00
Monthly£60.00
Saturday£2.80
Three_monthly£160.00
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable

Mobile coffee shop by station entrance

ATM MachineNo
ShopsAvailable

Mobile coffee shop by station entrance

Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces8

Please note cycles can be carried on our trains free of charge restriction apply please pick a "cycling by train" leaflet at your local station.

Platform 1

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

No

Transport Links to and from Castle Cary Station

All you need to know about Castle Cary's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Station car park

Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Air Port Link, Please change at Reading for Heathrow and Gatwick links and Bristol Temple Meads for Bristol Airport. Changes at Hayes for the Heathrow connect service.

Available

No

Live Departures and arrivals from Castle Cary Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Castle Cary station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.