The cheapest and fastest trains from Taunton to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taunton to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton to Birmingham will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 6 trains that leave Taunton for Birmingham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.
18:532h07Taunton21:00Birmingham£161One-way0 changes
7:532h02Taunton9:55Birmingham£201One-way0 changes
15:002h24Taunton17:24Birmingham£221One-way0 changes
12:532h02Taunton14:55Birmingham£481One-way0 changes
10:532h02Taunton12:55Birmingham£1131One-way0 changes
12:532h02Taunton14:55Birmingham£481One-way0 changes
11:532h02Taunton13:55Birmingham£1151One-way0 changes
10:532h02Taunton12:55Birmingham£1131One-way0 changes
7:532h02Taunton9:55Birmingham£201One-way0 changes
18:532h07Taunton21:00Birmingham£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Taunton to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 183 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£60 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Taunton to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Taunton to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:53 Taunton | 2h02 | 9:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:53 Taunton | 2h02 | 12:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:53 Taunton | 2h02 | 13:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:53 Taunton | 2h02 | 14:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Taunton | 2h24 | 17:24 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:53 Taunton | 2h07 | 21:00 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Taunton to Birmingham by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taunton to Birmingham
Trains from Taunton to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:12 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Taunton to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Taunton and Birmingham from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Taunton to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Taunton and Birmingham
Most Taunton to Birmingham trains use the Taunton to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Taunton and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Taunton station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
Getting to Longbridge from Birmingham city centre
Longbridge is 10 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Longbridge train station facilities and services
Longbridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longbridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Longbridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longbridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Longbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longbridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, 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 available in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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