Weymouth to Taunton train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6:382h20
    Weymouth
    8:58Taunton
    £681One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    9:321h54
    Weymouth
    11:26Taunton
    £681One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:303h06
    Weymouth
    14:36Taunton
    £681One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    13:283h05
    Weymouth
    16:33Taunton
    £681One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    15:282h19
    Weymouth
    17:47Taunton
    £681One-way
    1 change

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Compare train and coach for Weymouth to Taunton

The cheapest option from Weymouth to Taunton is coach, with an average price of £37. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Weymouth to Taunton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 64 km

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£40

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£37

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1h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest option

1h 27m

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2h 41m

Average total duration

2h 11m

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Live departures

Weymouth to Taunton train times

The table below shows live departures for Weymouth to Taunton trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Great Western Railway9:20 Weymouth
4h55
14:15 Taunton0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Weymouth to Taunton.
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Weymouth to Taunton.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Weymouth to Taunton

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Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Weymouth to Taunton, including direct trains, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 3h 6m.

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 £37
Distance
64 km
Average train duration
1h 27m
Lowest ticket price
£37
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 6m
First train
5:10
Last train
21:28
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
28 days
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 £37

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Weymouth to Taunton trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Weymouth and Taunton from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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 11m
Cheapest Price
£37
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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£68
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Weymouth to Taunton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Weymouth 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 train distance from Weymouth to Taunton is 64 km.
The first train from Weymouth to Taunton leaves at 5:10.
The last train from Weymouth to Taunton departs at 21:28.
Trains from Weymouth to Taunton run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Weymouth to Taunton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Weymouth to Taunton.
To get from Weymouth to Taunton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Weymouth to Taunton.
The train station in Weymouth that goes to Taunton is Weymouth station (WEY), and it arrives at Taunton station (TAU).
Booking trains from Weymouth 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 Weymouth to Taunton offers scenic views, including glimpses of the Dorset countryside, rolling hills, and charming villages along the route.
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 Weymouth to Taunton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Weymouth and Taunton

Most Weymouth to Taunton trains use the Weymouth to Taunton station pair. Use this guide to compare Weymouth and Taunton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Weymouth
Arrival train stations in Taunton

Which Weymouth station do trains to Taunton leave from?

Trains from Weymouth to Taunton leave from Weymouth. The station is from Weymouth city centre at Weymouth station, King Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN.
WeymouthWeymouth station, King Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN+44 345 600 0650WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Weymouth from Weymouth city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation forecourt off King Street (A353)

Weymouth train station facilities and services

Weymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Weymouth.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Weymouth.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Weymouth.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Weymouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Weymouth: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Weymouth: 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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No.

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