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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Taunton (TAU)

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16

train journeys
per day

160

miles (259 kms)

5hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:57 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Taunton is approximately 160 miles (259 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 24 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Taunton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Taunton Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:57
    5 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    06:57
    5 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    12:15
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    5 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:00
    5 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:00
    5 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    15:15
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:00
    5 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:00
    5 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    17:16
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:00
    5 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    18:15
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:00
    5 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    19:23
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    15:00
    5 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    20:20
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    16:00
    5 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    21:15
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    17:00
    5 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    22:15
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    18:00
    6 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    00:09
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    00:45
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    21:00
    11 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:55
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    22:57
    15 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Taunton
    Cambridge to Taunton

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
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 Cambridge and Taunton

The travel time between Cambridge and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge 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 Cambridge & Taunton. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Taunton.

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