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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Taunton
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Taunton will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barnstaple for Taunton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barnstaple to Taunton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 67 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barnstaple to Taunton train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Taunton trains for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:31 Barnstaple | 1h42 | 07:13 Taunton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:32 Barnstaple | 1h50 | 13:22 Taunton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:35 Barnstaple | 2h07 | 14:42 Taunton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:39 Barnstaple | 1h44 | 17:23 Taunton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Taunton
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Trains from Barnstaple to Taunton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:06, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 02:06 |
Last train 22:41 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Barnstaple to Taunton trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and Taunton from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barnstaple to Taunton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple 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
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Taunton
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available 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.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
WifiParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between the following times: Mon - Sat 09:00 - 19:00 and Sun 10:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Adjacent to the taxi rank by the archway exit from Platform 2
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