Truro to Taunton train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Truro to Taunton

Showing times and prices for 19 Mar

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£29

Fastest journey

2 h 47 m

Average duration

2 h 47 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

161 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Truro to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Truro to Taunton will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Truro for Taunton 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 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.

Great Western Rail
08:542h47
Truro
11:41Taunton
£291One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Truro to Taunton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Truro to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 161 km

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Coach

£48

Average Price

£10

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Cheapest

3h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 29m

Average total duration

4h 59m

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Live departures

Truro to Taunton train times

The table below shows live departures for Truro to Taunton trains for today, Wednesday 18 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 01:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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great_western08:54 Truro
2h47
11:41 Taunton0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Truro to Taunton trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail as well as Cross Country or first_great_western offer trains services from Truro to Taunton.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Truro to Taunton.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Truro to Taunton.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Truro to Taunton.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Truro to Taunton.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Truro to Taunton

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Trains from Truro to Taunton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:08, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 2h 43m.

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 £9
Distance
161 km
Average train duration
2h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
2h 43m
First train
02:08
Last train
22:29
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 £9

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Truro to Taunton trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Truro and Taunton from £9. 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 43m
Cheapest Price
£28
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£131
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
£106
first_great_western frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Truro to Taunton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Truro 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Truro to Taunton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Truro to Taunton covers a distance of 161 km and takes approximately 2h 43m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Truro to Taunton is 161 km.
The first train from Truro to Taunton leaves at 2:08.
The last train from Truro to Taunton departs at 22:29.
Trains from Truro to Taunton run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Truro to Taunton.
Yes, there is a direct train between Truro and Taunton. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western.
To get from Truro to Taunton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Truro to Taunton.
The train station in Truro that goes to Taunton is Truro station (TRU), and it arrives at Taunton station (TAU).
The cheapest way to get from Truro to Taunton is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Truro to Taunton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Truro to Taunton offers scenic views, especially through the picturesque Cornish countryside and along the coastline near Dawlish. Passengers can enjoy sights of rolling hills, rivers, and coastal landscapes.
A day trip from Truro to Taunton is not feasible as the travel duration is 2h 43m. However, trains run 3 times per day. The distance is 161 km.
To fully explore Taunton, a visit of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to enjoy its local attractions, parks, and historic sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Truro to Taunton.

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Important Stations and Airports in Truro and Taunton

Truro
Taunton
The major train station for departures in Truro is Truro. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Truro for your trip from Truro to Taunton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 20:05 Saturday 06:40 - 19:05 Sunday 09:15 - 19:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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 taxis: Yes
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2 & 3
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: P3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Truro
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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