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Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum
Volunteer-run museum covering local maritime, social, and railway history through photographs, artefacts, and changing displays in the town centre.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Teignmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 59 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Taunton to Teignmouth:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taunton to Teignmouth costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Teignmouth take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 47m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (47m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Taunton to Teignmouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 42m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Volunteer-run museum covering local maritime, social, and railway history through photographs, artefacts, and changing displays in the town centre.
Compact artist-led gallery showing contemporary exhibitions and creative projects. A good stop for current local art close to the seafront.
Public gallery space inside the arts venue, presenting rotating exhibitions, community art, and cultural events in a central location.
Broad seafront lawn beside the beach, used for walks, events, and sea views. It is the heart of Teignmouth’s traditional resort atmosphere.
Long sandy beach popular for strolling, swimming, and classic coastal views. It is one of the town’s main visitor draws in all seasons.
Historic fishing and boating quarter by the estuary, with old buildings, harbour views, and a more local character than the main seafront.
A classic Devon cream tea of scones, clotted cream and jam. In Devon the cream goes on before the jam, making it a proud local custom.
Sweet crab landed on the South Devon coast, prized for delicate meat and freshness. Often served simply dressed to showcase local fishing heritage.
Traditional fish and chips made with fresh local catch, battered and fried with chips. A staple seaside supper in Teignmouth and across Devon.
Popular seaside fish and chip shop near the seafront, known for reliable classics and an easy-going takeaway and casual dining atmosphere.
Smart but relaxed restaurant on Teignmouth seafront focused on fresh fish, shellfish and modern British cooking with sea views.
Established bakery and café for breakfasts, light lunches, cakes and cream teas. A dependable stop for traditional Devon baked treats.
Moderate for an English seaside town: dining and stays are usually cheaper than London, but summer weekends and seafront areas raise accommodation and meal prices.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafés usually just small change or no tip.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton to Teignmouth 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 Teignmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Taunton to Teignmouth trains use the Taunton to Teignmouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Taunton and Teignmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Taunton.
Wi-Fi is available at Taunton. ATMs are available at Taunton.
Ticket office support is available at Taunton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Taunton: Parking, WC.
Available at Taunton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Teignmouth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Teignmouth.
Ticket office support is available at Teignmouth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Teignmouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Teignmouth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Teignmouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station - This station has step free access to both platforms however this is only via local roads in respect of Exeter bound platform. On the station this platform can only be accessed via a footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: No, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please speak to a member of staff, 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.
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