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Live departures
Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 06:19
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 06:31 Hastings station (HGS) | 4h06 | 10:37 Taunton station (TAU) | 3 changes | |
| 06:50 Hastings station (HGS) | 3h56 | 10:46 Taunton station (TAU) | 3 changes | |
| 07:46 Hastings station (HGS) | 3h57 | 11:43 Taunton station (TAU) | 3 changes | |
| 08:31 Hastings station (HGS) | 4h01 | 12:32 Taunton station (TAU) | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £183 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 258 km distance in 3h 52m.
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 258 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £183 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 05:46 |
Last train 21:50 |
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: Great Western Rail, Southeastern from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) trainsGreat Western Rail, Southeastern trains will get you between Hastings station (HGS) and Taunton station (TAU) from £183. 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
4h 46m
Cheapest Price
£97
Great Western Rail frequency
5 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
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 52m
Cheapest Price
£181
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hastings station (HGS) 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.
The train journey from Hastings to Taunton offers scenic views of the English countryside, passing through picturesque areas such as the South Downs, rolling hills, and charming rural landscapes.
The train distance from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) is 258 km.
Booking trains from Hastings station (HGS) 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 Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) covers a distance of 258 km and takes approximately 3h 52m. Trains run 16 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £183, while the average price tends to be around £183.
The first train from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) leaves at 5:46.
The cheapest way to get from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) is by train, costing approximately £183.
The last train from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) departs at 21:50.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU).
Trains from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU) run approximately 16 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU).
Yes, you can take the train from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU).
There is no night train service from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU).
To travel from Hastings station (HGS) to Taunton station (TAU), you can take a train.
A day trip from Hastings to Taunton is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 52m. The frequency of trains is 16 per day, and the distance is 258 km.
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Important Stations and Airports in Hastings station (HGS) and Taunton station (TAU)
Hastings
Taunton
The major train station for departures in Hastings is Hastings. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hastings for your trip from Hastings to Taunton.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:30 Saturday 05:50 - 20:30 Sunday 05:50 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: W H smith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access direct to platform 1 and 2 from ramp leading off the ticket hall for some Ashford and Brightton/London services. Step free access to platforms 3 and 4 via lifts on the station footbridge. Stepped access between platforms also via the station footbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:40 Saturday 04:45 - 01:40 Sunday 06:20 - 01:25 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900 (outside of these hours, access availble on request from staff)
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Hastings
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 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 Hastings.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
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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