Wickford to Taunton train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wickford to Taunton

Showing times and prices for 28 Apr

Cheapest price

£148

Average price

£148

Fastest journey

2 h 49 m

Average duration

2 h 52 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

261 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Wickford to Taunton will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.

Fast trains

To travel from Wickford to Taunton you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Greater Anglia
    6:012h57
    Wickford
    8:58Taunton
    £1481One-way
    2 changes
  • Greater Anglia
    6:462h57
    Wickford
    9:43Taunton
    £1481One-way
    2 changes
  • Greater Anglia
    7:532h52
    Wickford
    10:45Taunton
    £1481One-way
    2 changes
  • Greater Anglia
    8:193h07
    Wickford
    11:26Taunton
    £1481One-way
    2 changes
  • Greater Anglia
    9:313h05
    Wickford
    12:36Taunton
    £1481One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Wickford to Taunton train times

The table below shows live departures for Wickford to Taunton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 28 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_anglia6:01 Wickford
2h57
8:58 Taunton2 changes
greater_anglia6:46 Wickford
2h57
9:43 Taunton2 changes
greater_anglia7:53 Wickford
2h52
10:45 Taunton2 changes
greater_anglia8:19 Wickford
3h07
11:26 Taunton2 changes
greater_anglia9:31 Wickford
3h05
12:36 Taunton2 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Wickford to Taunton by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Wickford to Taunton

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Trains from Wickford to Taunton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £153 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 15:31. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 2h 49m.

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
Distance
261 km
Average train duration
2h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£153
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 49m
First train
1:40
Last train
15:31
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
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

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia from Wickford to Taunton trainsGreat Western Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Wickford and Taunton from £153. 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
3h 14m
Cheapest Price
£62
Great Western Railway 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

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
£153
Greater Anglia frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Wickford to Taunton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wickford 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 Wickford to Taunton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £153, while the average price tends to be around £153.
The train journey from Wickford to Taunton covers a distance of 261 km and takes approximately 2h 49m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Wickford to Taunton is 261 km.
The first train from Wickford to Taunton leaves at 1:40.
The last train from Wickford to Taunton departs at 15:31.
Trains from Wickford to Taunton run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wickford to Taunton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Wickford to Taunton.
To travel from Wickford to Taunton, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Wickford to Taunton.
The train station in Wickford that goes to Taunton is Wickford station (WIC), and it arrives at Taunton station (TAU).
The cheapest way to get from Wickford to Taunton is by train, costing approximately £153.
Booking trains from Wickford 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 Wickford to Taunton offers a blend of urban and rural views, with stretches of countryside, charming towns, and glimpses of the Somerset Levels, providing a moderately scenic experience.
A day trip from Wickford to Taunton is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 49m. However, there are 3 train trips available per day for this 261 km journey.
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 Wickford to Taunton.

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Important Stations and Airports in Wickford and Taunton

Wickford
Taunton
The major train station for departures in Wickford is Wickford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wickford for your trip from Wickford to Taunton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent & dry cleaners - open early mornings only
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platform 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: A secure 50-space cycle compound is available in the car park(key fob required, speak to station staff for availability). An additional 25-hoop cycle storage area is outside the front of the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wickford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services call at the bus stop at station entrance

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