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Compare coach and train for Taunton to Dover
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 308 km
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£68 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taunton to Dover
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Trains from Taunton to Dover run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 17:48. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 4h 8m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 17:48 |
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 £17
FAQs: Taunton to Dover train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton to Dover 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 Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Dover is by coach, costing approximately £17.
For a comprehensive visit, spending 2 to 3 days in Dover should suffice. This allows time to explore key attractions such as Dover Castle, the White Cliffs, and the Dover Museum.
Booking trains from Taunton to Dover in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Taunton to Dover is 308 km.
In Dover, visitors can explore the historic Dover Castle with its medieval tunnels and panoramic views of the English Channel. The iconic White Cliffs of Dover offer scenic walking trails and stunning coastal vistas. For history enthusiasts, the Dover Museum showcases the town's history, including exhibits on the Bronze Age boat, while the Roman Painted House displays ancient Roman wall paintings. Samphire Hoe provides a unique nature reserve for walking and wildlife spotting. Additionally, you can explore the Dover Western Heights, take a boat tour to view the White Cliffs from the sea, visit the Dover Transport Museum, enjoy the picturesque Kearsney Abbey Gardens, and discover the South Foreland Lighthouse with guided tours and coastal views.
The train journey from Taunton to Dover covers a distance of 308 km and takes approximately 4h 8m. Trains run 6 per day.
The last train from Taunton to Dover departs at 17:48.
The train station in Taunton that goes to Dover is Taunton station (TAU), and it arrives at Dover Priory (DVP).
The cost of a train ticket from Taunton to Dover can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £68, while the average price tends to be around £68.
There is no night train service from Taunton to Dover.
The first train from Taunton to Dover leaves at 4:30.
Trains from Taunton to Dover run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Taunton to Dover.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Taunton to Dover.
To get from Taunton to Dover, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
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Important Stations and Airports in Taunton and Dover
Taunton
Dover
The major train station for departures in Taunton is Taunton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Taunton for your trip from Taunton to Dover.
Amenities at train station
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Dover is Dover Priory. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dover Priory for your journey to Dover from Taunton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:15 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
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 - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs via booking hall.
- 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: At the front of the station
- 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
- Toilets Location: platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are waiting facilities on all platforms. Only available when staff present. Heated waiting room only on platform 1.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
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 Dover Priory
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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