Bristol Airport to Taunton train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Airport to Taunton

Showing times and prices for 06 Mar

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

1 h 34 m

Average duration

1 h 41 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol Airport to Taunton will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol Airport for Taunton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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 Rail
10:051h49
Bristol Airport
11:54Taunton
£291One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
10:231h35
Bristol Airport
11:58Taunton
£301One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
10:241h34
Bristol Airport
11:58Taunton
£301One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
22:581h47
Bristol Airport
00:45Taunton
£301One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bristol Airport to Taunton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol Airport to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £20.

Distance: 50 km

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Coach

£29

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 51m

Average total duration

1h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

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30m

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Live departures

Bristol Airport to Taunton train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Airport to Taunton trains for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 14:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western22:58 Bristol Airport
1h47
00:45 Taunton0 changesdirect
Friday 6 March
great_western10:05 Bristol Airport
1h49
11:54 Taunton0 changesdirect
cross_country10:23 Bristol Airport
1h35
11:58 Taunton0 changesdirect
cross_country10:24 Bristol Airport
1h34
11:58 Taunton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Airport to Taunton

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Trains from Bristol Airport to Taunton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:05, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 34m.

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
Coach from £8
Distance
50 km
Average train duration
1h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
1h 34m
First train
09:05
Last train
22:58
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
Coach from £8

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Bristol Airport to Taunton trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Bristol Airport and Taunton from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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 Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£20
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

FAQs: Bristol Airport to Taunton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Airport 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol Airport to Taunton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from Bristol Airport to Taunton covers a distance of 50 km and takes approximately 1h 34m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Bristol Airport to Taunton is 50 km.
The first train from Bristol Airport to Taunton leaves at 9:05.
The last train from Bristol Airport to Taunton departs at 22:58.
Trains from Bristol Airport to Taunton run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Airport to Taunton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol Airport to Taunton.
To get from Bristol Airport to Taunton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol Airport to Taunton.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Airport to Taunton is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Bristol Airport to Taunton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol Airport to Taunton offers scenic views of the Somerset countryside, including rolling hills, quaint villages, and lush farmlands, providing a picturesque travel experience.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Bristol Airport to Taunton. The journey takes 1h 34m, covers 50 km, and trains run 6 times per day.
To fully explore Taunton, a visit of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to enjoy its local attractions, parks, and historic sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Airport to Taunton.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Airport and Taunton

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Taunton
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Taunton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Adjacent to the taxi rank by the archway exit from Platform 2

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