Taunton to London train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Taunton to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€68

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€78

Fastest journey on Sep 17

1 h 39 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

1 h 43 m

Trains on Sep 17

22

Distance

214 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taunton to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Taunton to London will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.

Fast trains

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 22 trains from Taunton to London, including 17 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.

  • Great Western RailwayG14923
    2:10 PM2h06
    Taunton station (TAU)
    4:16 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    681One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34582
    3:10 PM1h57
    Taunton station (TAU)
    5:07 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    681One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG14922
    12:07 PM2h10
    Taunton station (TAU)
    2:17 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    681One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG14929
    6:19 PM2h04
    Taunton station (TAU)
    8:23 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    681One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34593
    5:42 PM1h42
    Taunton station (TAU)
    7:24 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    681One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Taunton to London

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Taunton to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a flight costs an average of €431.

Distance: 214 km

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Most popular
Flight
Bus
Driving

€80

Average price

€431

Average price

€28

Average price

Cheapest

€58

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 57m

Average total duration

2h 57m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 44m

Average total duration

4h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Taunton to London is a bus with an average price of €13.

This is compared to other travel options from Taunton to London:

A bus is €54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taunton to London costing on average €68.

A bus is €282 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Taunton to London costing on average €296.

The fastest way to travel from Taunton to London is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 11m.

Flight takes on average 7h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Taunton and London including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Live departures

Taunton to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Taunton to London trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW345558:15 AM Taunton station (TAU)
1h39
9:54 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG150368:24 AM Taunton station (TAU)
2h05
10:29 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG149219:43 AM Taunton station (TAU)
1h45
11:28 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3455910:06 AM Taunton station (TAU)
2h00
12:06 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3456210:42 AM Taunton station (TAU)
1h47
12:29 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3456611:42 AM Taunton station (TAU)
1h47
1:29 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG1492212:07 PM Taunton station (TAU)
2h10
2:17 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3457212:42 PM Taunton station (TAU)
1h47
2:29 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01075+Great Western RailwayW3543412:53 PM Taunton station (TAU)
2h19
3:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW345771:42 PM Taunton station (TAU)
1h48
3:30 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01080+Great Western RailwayW351881:53 PM Taunton station (TAU)
2h16
4:09 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149232:10 PM Taunton station (TAU)
2h06
4:16 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG149242:43 PM Taunton station (TAU)
1h46
4:29 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345823:10 PM Taunton station (TAU)
1h57
5:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345833:42 PM Taunton station (TAU)
1h47
5:29 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG149264:05 PM Taunton station (TAU)
2h02
6:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345894:42 PM Taunton station (TAU)
1h42
6:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00723+Great Western RailwayW351984:53 PM Taunton station (TAU)
2h23
7:16 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW345935:42 PM Taunton station (TAU)
1h42
7:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00730+Great Western RailwayG150505:53 PM Taunton station (TAU)
2h21
8:14 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149296:19 PM Taunton station (TAU)
2h04
8:23 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00735+Great Western RailwayW352026:53 PM Taunton station (TAU)
2h17
9:10 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Taunton to London

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Trains from Taunton to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 1h 39m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9
Distance
214 km
Average train duration
1h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
€37
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 39m
First train
1:40 AM
Last train
11:47 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Taunton to London trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Taunton and London from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€37
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
€150
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day

Trains from Taunton to London

Great Western Railway in conjunction with CrossCountry operates both direct and indirect trains from Taunton to London with journey times of between 1 hour 50 minutes and 3 hours 40 minutes. The service starts in the early hours of the morning and continues until around 9:30 p.m. with one to two departures an hour. Trains from Taunton to London terminate at London Paddington Station and where a connection is necessary it is made at either Bristol Temple Meads or Bristol Parkway Stations. There are fewer trains from Taunton to London on Sundays.

FAQs: Trains from Taunton to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Taunton to London can start from as little as €37 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Taunton to London is €80; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Taunton to London is 1h 39m to travel the 214 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Taunton to London leaves at 1:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Taunton to London leaves at 11:47 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Taunton to London with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Taunton to London, you can count on Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Taunton and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Taunton is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 39m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Taunton to London is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Taunton and London including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Taunton to London

Most Taunton to London trains use the Taunton to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Taunton and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Taunton
Arrival train stations in London

Which Taunton station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Taunton to London leave from Taunton. The station is 1 km from Taunton city centre at Taunton station, Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP.
TauntonTaunton station, Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP+44 3451652030WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Taunton from Taunton city centre

Bus901 · 3m
1E, 1 · 6m · every ~6 min
12 · 14m

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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