How much is the train ticket from London to Taunton?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Taunton start from $48. The average price for this train route is around $97. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Taunton?

The average train ride duration from London to Taunton is 1h 53m, covering a distance of 131 miles (211 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators service the London to Taunton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Taunton?

The earliest train departs from London to Taunton at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:46pm.

Train London to Taunton from $46

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Taunton on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:36pm	London Paddington	2h 11m	5:47pm	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	4:36pm	London Paddington	2h 7m	6:43pm	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:29am	London Paddington	2h 13m	9:42am	Taunton	No tags
Train	7:29am	London Paddington	2h 13m	9:42am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:34am	London Paddington	2h 10m	10:44am	Taunton	No tags

Next departures for London to Taunton on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:36pm	London Paddington	2h 9m	5:45pm	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	7:38am	London Paddington	2h 2m	9:40am	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:38am	London Paddington	2h 2m	9:40am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:32am	London Paddington	2h 10m	10:42am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:32am	London Paddington	2h 10m	10:42am	Taunton	No tags

Next departures for London to Taunton on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53am	London Paddington	2h 7m	10:00am	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	10:36am	London Paddington	2h 4m	12:40pm	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:53am	London Paddington	2h 7m	10:00am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:30am	London Paddington	2h 11m	10:41am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:30am	London Paddington	2h 11m	10:41am	Taunton	No tags

Next departures for London to Taunton on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:36am	London Paddington	2h	12:36pm	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	1h 40m	9:43am	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:02am	London Paddington	1h 57m	8:59am	Taunton	No tags
Train	7:02am	London Paddington	1h 57m	8:59am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	1h 40m	9:43am	Taunton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:10 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Taunton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Taunton. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage Duration

133 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $56	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$48 - $323	Average Duration1h 53m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $42	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $48

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Taunton by train

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

How much is the train ticket from London to Taunton?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Taunton start from $48. The average price for this train route is around $97. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Taunton?
The average train ride duration from London to Taunton is 1h 53m, covering a distance of 131 miles (211 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators service the London to Taunton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Taunton?
The earliest train departs from London to Taunton at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:46pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$84

12/11

$84

Today

$112

12/13

$79

12/14

$85

12/15

$84

12/16

$85

12/17

$83

The cheapest trip from London to Taunton was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $79

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

You can expect to pay from $79 to $311 for a train ticket from London to Taunton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-12-13.