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Compare coach and train for Canterbury to Taunton
The cheapest option from Canterbury to Taunton is coach, with an average price of £27. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Taunton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 293 km
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£62 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Taunton
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Canterbury to Taunton, including direct trains, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Lowest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 1:40 |
Last train 21:23 |
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FAQs: Canterbury to Taunton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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 Canterbury and Taunton
Most Canterbury to Taunton trains use the Canterbury West to Taunton station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Taunton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Canterbury station do trains to Taunton leave from?
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Taunton station do trains from Canterbury arrive at?
Getting to Taunton from Taunton city centre
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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