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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Taunton
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- €11
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- €16
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 30 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 32 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 8
- Distance
- 60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Taunton will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 8 trains from Bristol to Taunton, including 8 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 34 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.
8:45 AM 0h32 Bristol 9:17 AM Taunton €11 1 One-way 0 transfers9:45 AM 0h30 Bristol 10:15 AM Taunton €12 1 One-way 0 transfers5:40 AM 0h30 Bristol 6:10 AM Taunton €13 1 One-way 0 transfers10:41 AM 0h34 Bristol 11:15 AM Taunton €15 1 One-way 0 transfers7:45 AM 0h32 Bristol 8:17 AM Taunton €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:45 AM 0h30 Bristol 10:15 AM Taunton €12 1 One-way 0 transfers5:40 AM 0h30 Bristol 6:10 AM Taunton €13 1 One-way 0 transfers8:45 AM 0h32 Bristol 9:17 AM Taunton €11 1 One-way 0 transfers7:45 AM 0h32 Bristol 8:17 AM Taunton €17 1 One-way 0 transfers10:41 AM 0h34 Bristol 11:15 AM Taunton €15 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Taunton
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Trains from Bristol to Taunton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 30m.
Distance 60 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 3:52 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Bristol to Taunton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Taunton trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y41669 | On time 1:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 2:55 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29873 | Delayed 3:04 PM 2:45 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h30 | 3:33 PM 3:33 PMTaunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15189 | On time 2:55 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 3:54 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
| 5:40 AM Bristol | 0h30 | 6:10 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:45 AM Bristol | 0h32 | 8:17 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:45 AM Bristol | 0h32 | 9:17 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:45 AM Bristol | 0h30 | 10:15 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:41 AM Bristol | 0h34 | 11:15 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Taunton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Taunton 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 Taunton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Taunton
Most Bristol to Taunton trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Taunton station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Taunton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Taunton station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Taunton from Taunton city centre
Taunton train station facilities and services
Taunton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Taunton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Taunton. ATMs are available at Taunton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Taunton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Taunton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Taunton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Taunton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Please request staff assistance. No public phones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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