Train from Newport to Taunton: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Newport to Taunton on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Newport (South Wales)
TauntonCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Newport (South Wales)
TauntonFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Newport (South Wales)
TauntonNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Newport (South Wales)
TauntonNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Newport (South Wales)
TauntonNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newport to Taunton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Taunton. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
3h 35mAverage duration
40 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£16 - £25Average duration3h 35m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£22 - £58Average duration1h 43m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newport to Taunton by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Newport to Taunton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Newport to Taunton start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £37. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Newport to Taunton?

    The average train journey time from Newport to Taunton is 1h 43m, covering a distance of 40 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 20m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Newport to Taunton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newport to Taunton?

    The earliest train from Newport to Taunton departs at 08:12. And the latest train departs at 20:13.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Newport to Taunton?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newport to Taunton?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Newport to Taunton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newport to Taunton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newport to Taunton was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newport to Taunton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £55 for a train ticket from Newport to Taunton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-15.

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