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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans to Taunton
Showing times and prices for 23 Nov
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
209 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Albans to Taunton will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave St Albans for Taunton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
07:173h24
St Albans10:41Taunton
£621One-way
0 changes
06:043h30
St Albans09:34Taunton
£631One-way
0 changes
08:442h57
St Albans11:41Taunton
£631One-way
0 changes
08:442h57
St Albans11:41Taunton
£631One-way
0 changes
07:173h24
St Albans10:41Taunton
£621One-way
0 changes
06:043h30
St Albans09:34Taunton
£631One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans to Taunton
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Trains from St Albans to Taunton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 2h 53m.
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 209 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 01:27 |
Last train 21:32 |
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 from St Albans to Taunton trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between St Albans and Taunton from £39. 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
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
£39
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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
FAQs: St Albans to Taunton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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.
The train distance from St Albans to Taunton is 209 km.
The train journey from St Albans to Taunton covers a distance of 209 km and takes approximately 2h 53m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train journey from St Albans to Taunton offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the rolling countryside, charming villages, and glimpses of the Chiltern Hills and the Somerset Levels along the way.
The first train from St Albans to Taunton leaves at 1:27.
To fully explore Taunton, a visit of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to enjoy its local attractions, parks, and historic sites.
To get from St Albans to Taunton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from St Albans to Taunton departs at 21:32.
Trains from St Albans to Taunton run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Albans to Taunton.
Booking trains from St Albans to Taunton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from St Albans to Taunton.
The cost of a train ticket from St Albans to Taunton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £67.
The cheapest way to get from St Albans to Taunton is by train, costing approximately £39.
The train station in St Albans that goes to Taunton is St Albans City (SAC), and it arrives at Taunton station (TAU).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans to Taunton.
Yes, you can take the train from St Albans to Taunton.
A day trip from St Albans to Taunton is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 53m. However, there are 3 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 209 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and Taunton
St Albans
Taunton
The major train station for departures in St Albans is St Albans City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Albans City for your trip from St Albans to Taunton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: station platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for St Albans Abbey
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Watford - Public Service bus stop A/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill near to the station entrance car park. Towards St Albans - Public Service bus stop B/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill.
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 St Albans.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar 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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