How to get from Christchurch to Castleton by bus and train?

From Christchurch to Castleton by bus and train

To get from Christchurch to Castleton in South West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Christchurch station to Dorchester South station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 58 bus from Pen Mill Station Approach station to Poyntington Turn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min. The bus and train schedule from Christchurch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Castleton on the Moovit app.

146min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 5858
Walk to Castleton
Leaves from Christchurch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Christchurch
    640 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Weymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dorchester South
    53 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dorchester West
    590 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Gloucester
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Yeovil Pen Mill
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pen Mill Station Approach
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    220 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 5858
    Wait for bus
    58
    Wincanton, Memorial
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Poyntington Turn
    ID doragpdt
    15 min
  • 10
    Walk to Castleton
    Walk to
    Castleton
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Christchurch to Castleton

The distance between Christchurch, South West and Castleton, South West is approximately 94.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 146 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Christchurch to Castleton by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Christchurch to Castleton

To check the bus and train schedule from Christchurch to Castleton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Christchurch) and destination (Castleton), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Castleton?

    The fastest way takes 146 minutes, using Train line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 58.

  • Is there a direct train between Christchurch and Castleton in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 26 min.

  • Which train line goes from Christchurch to Castleton in South West?

    The SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Christchurch station near Christchurch to Weymouth station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Weymouth station near Castleton in South West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Christchurch to Castleton in South West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Christchurch and Castleton in South West by train and bus is about 2 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Christchurch to get to Castleton in South West?

    Get on the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from the Christchurch station near Christchurch in South West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Christchurch and Castleton in South West?

    Get off the train at the Weymouth stop, which is closest to Castleton in South West.

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