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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton
Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £185 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £185 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 21:41 |
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
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Burton-on-Trent and Taunton from £185. 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
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
£49
CrossCountry frequency
8 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest Price
£183
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Burton-on-Trent to Taunton train
FAQs: Travel by train from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton.

The train distance from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton is 223 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Burton-on-Trent and Taunton. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
The train journey from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton covers a distance of 223 km and takes approximately 2h 32m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton leaves at 5:10.
The last train from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton departs at 21:41.
Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton run approximately 8 times per day.
There is no night train service from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton.
Booking trains from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £185, while the average price tends to be around £187.
The cheapest way to get from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton is by train, costing approximately £185.
The train station in Burton-on-Trent that goes to Taunton is Burton-on-Trent station (BUT), and it arrives at Taunton station (TAU).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton.
Yes, you can take the train from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton.
To travel from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton, you can take a train.
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Important Stations and Airports in Burton-on-Trent and Taunton
Burton-on-Trent
Taunton
The major train station for departures in Burton-on-Trent is Burton-on-Trent. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burton-on-Trent for your trip from Burton-on-Trent to Taunton.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday 10:00 - 18:30 Festive Period Changes: Saturday 1st January 2021 07:00-19:30
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B This station has step free access to both platforms. There is a lift from the main station building onto the platforms then a short ramp with moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on Useful Information Poster.
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on the platform under the bridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Burton-on-Trent
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Taunton is Taunton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Taunton for your journey to Taunton from Burton-on-Trent.
Amenities at train station
information
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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- 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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