Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) train with CrossCountry

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  • Great Western RailwayG15199
    23:051h04
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    0:09Taunton station (TAU)
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG01130
    8:110h30
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    8:41Taunton station (TAU)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG01135
    10:450h30
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:15Taunton station (TAU)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG66472
    6:400h30
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    7:10Taunton station (TAU)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryW29909
    20:450h32
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    21:17Taunton station (TAU)
    £151One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU)

The cheapest option from Bristol Temple Meads to Taunton is coach, with an average price of £6. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads to Taunton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 60 km

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£14

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£6

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1h 11m

Average total duration

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41m

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1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

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Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryW29862
On time
12:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h31
13:16 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15188
On time
12:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h58
13:54 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryW29868
On time
13:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
14:15 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY41669
On time
13:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h57
14:55 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryW29873
On time
14:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
15:15 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15189
On time
14:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
15:54 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01148
On time
15:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
16:15 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY41675
On time
15:51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h04
16:55 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryW29884
On time
16:44 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h32
17:16 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15190
On time
16:52 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h07
17:59 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01150
On time
17:12 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
17:42 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01153
On time
17:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
18:15 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15191
On time
17:52 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h06
18:58 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14966
On time
18:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
19:14 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01154
On time
18:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
19:23 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY41684
On time
18:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h04
20:01 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14967
On time
19:10 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h06
20:16 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01161_G6647719:50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
20:20 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15192
On time
19:54 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h02
20:56 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryW29909
On time
20:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h32
21:17 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY41690
On time
20:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h07
22:05 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01166
On time
21:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
22:15 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15194
On time
22:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h14
23:14 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15199
On time
23:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h04
0:09 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15183
On time
23:48 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h58
0:46 Taunton station (TAU)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY418555:04 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h04
6:08 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG151795:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h51
6:13 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG154405:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h58
6:53 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG664726:40 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
7:10 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG151806:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h50
7:37 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG151817:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h06
8:09 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149777:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
8:16 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG011308:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
8:41 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG011318:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h31
9:16 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG151848:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
9:55 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG011339:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
10:15 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG151859:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
10:56 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG0113510:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h30
11:15 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1518610:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h59
11:54 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG0113811:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h46
11:59 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG0114011:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h33
12:15 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1518711:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h58
12:53 Taunton station (TAU)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU)

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Typically, there are 23 trains per day from Bristol Temple Meads to Taunton, including 23 direct trains, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 30m.

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 £4
Distance
60 km
Average train duration
41m
Lowest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
23
Direct trains
23
Fastest train
30m
First train
6:38
Last train
21:45
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 £4

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Taunton station (TAU) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
£7
CrossCountry frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

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 Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
£6
Great Western Railway frequency
13 a day
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
£49
Cross Country frequency
11 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
14 a day

FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) 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 station (TAU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) is 60 km.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) leaves at 6:38.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) departs at 21:45.
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) run approximately 23 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU).
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Taunton station (TAU). The service operates 23 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU).
Booking trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) 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 Temple Meads to Taunton offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the Somerset countryside, featuring lush fields and rolling hills.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU).

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Taunton station (TAU)

Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Taunton station (TAU) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Taunton station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Taunton station (TAU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Taunton
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

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.

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