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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 1 trains that leave Taunton station (TAU) for Southampton Central (SOU) 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 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £34.
Distance: 119 km
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 01:40 Taunton station (TAU) | 7h02 | 08:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| 07:06 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h56 | 09:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| 07:11 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h53 | 10:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| 07:15 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h28 | 09:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| 08:15 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h27 | 10:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 11:07, the last at 17:19. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 11:07 |
Last train 17:19 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Taunton station (TAU) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £16. 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 station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton station (TAU) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Taunton station (TAU) and Southampton Central (SOU)
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- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Adjacent to the taxi rank by the archway exit from Platform 2
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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