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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Taunton (TAU)

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21

train journeys
per day

112

miles (180 kms)

2hrs

fastest journey

05:00 / 23:25

first / last train

16

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Taunton , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Taunton is approximately 112 miles (180 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 36 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Taunton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Taunton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:37
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    2 hrs 5 mins Direct
    09:17
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    10:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:12
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    11:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:42
    2 hrs 16 mins Direct
    11:58
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    12:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    13:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:12
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    14:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    15:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    16:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    17:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:42
    2 hrs Direct
    17:42
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:12
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    18:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:12
    2 hrs 11 mins Direct
    19:23
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:12
    2 hrs 8 mins Direct
    20:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:12
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    21:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:12
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    22:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:12
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    00:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:12
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    00:45
    Birmingham New Street
    Taunton
    Birmingham New Street to Taunton

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
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

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 Birmingham Stations and Taunton

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham Stations and Taunton typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Birmingham Stations to Taunton

CrossCountry, GWR, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Taunton.

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