Margate to Taunton train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to Taunton

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£63

Average price

£63

Fastest journey

3 h 58 m

Average duration

3 h 58 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

315 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Margate to Taunton will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Margate for Taunton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 315 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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
13:493h58
Margate
17:47Taunton
£631One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Margate to Taunton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £63.

Distance: 315 km

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Coach

£63

Average Price

£37

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Cheapest

3h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 24m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 4m

Average total duration

7h 34m

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Live departures

Margate to Taunton train times

The table below shows live departures for Margate to Taunton trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 17:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western13:49 Margate
3h58
17:47 Taunton0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Margate to Taunton by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Margate to Taunton

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Trains from Margate to Taunton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 16:49. The fastest train covers the 315 km distance in 3h 58m.

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 £37
Distance
315 km
Average train duration
3h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£63
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 58m
First train
01:40
Last train
16:49
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 £37

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Margate to Taunton trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Margate and Taunton from £37. 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
3h 58m
Cheapest Price
£63
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: Margate to Taunton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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 Margate to Taunton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £63, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The train journey from Margate to Taunton covers a distance of 315 km and takes approximately 3h 58m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Margate to Taunton is 315 km.
The first train from Margate to Taunton leaves at 1:40.
The last train from Margate to Taunton departs at 16:49.
Trains from Margate to Taunton run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Margate to Taunton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Margate to Taunton.
To get from Margate to Taunton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Margate to Taunton.
The train station in Margate that goes to Taunton is Margate station (MAR), and it arrives at Taunton station (TAU).
The cheapest way to get from Margate to Taunton is by coach, costing approximately £37.
Booking trains from Margate 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 Margate to Taunton offers a mix of coastal views and countryside landscapes, particularly as you travel along the southern coast and through the rolling hills of the West Country, which can be quite scenic.
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 Margate to Taunton.

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Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Taunton

Margate
Taunton
The major train station for departures in Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your trip from Margate to Taunton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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 from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway.
  • 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: station forecourt
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 country end
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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 Margate
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.

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