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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Taunton (TAU)

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19

train journeys
per day

150

miles (242 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 23:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Taunton is approximately 150 miles (242 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 48 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Taunton.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Taunton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    4 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    10:55
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:58
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:15
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:32
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    19:23
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:32
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:56
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    22:15
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:22
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    00:09
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:32
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    00:45
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:19
    11 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    08:55
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:01
    10 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Chester
    Taunton
    Chester to Taunton

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
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 Chester and Taunton

The travel time between Chester and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:24.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Taunton. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Taunton.

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