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Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Taunton (TAU)

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28

train journeys
per day

164

miles (265 kms)

5hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

06:34 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead North and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead North to Taunton is approximately 164 miles (265 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 25 mins.

GWR, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Taunton.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead North to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead North to Taunton Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:15
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    6 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    12:45
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:34
    5 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:24
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:39
    6 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:43
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:19
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:24
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:34
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:24
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:34
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    6 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:19
    5 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:24
    5 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:24
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:39
    6 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:04
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    18:58
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:24
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    19:23
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:24
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:39
    6 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    20:47
    Birkenhead North
    Taunton
    Birkenhead North to Taunton

About Birkenhead North Station

Station name Birkenhead North (BKN)
Address Birkenhead North station, Station Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 7AZ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:49 - 00:17
Tuesday 05:49 - 00:17
Wednesday 05:49 - 00:17
Thursday 05:49 - 00:17
Friday 05:49 - 00:17
Saturday 05:49 - 00:17
Sunday 07:49 - 00:17
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Taunton Station

Station name Taunton (TAU)
Address Taunton station, Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead North and Taunton

The travel time between Birkenhead North and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead North and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Birkenhead North and Taunton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkenhead North & Taunton. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Taunton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birkenhead North and Taunton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.