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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Taunton (TAU)

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13

train journeys
per day

156

miles (251 kms)

5hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Taunton is approximately 156 miles (251 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 29 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Taunton Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:17
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:55
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:42
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:12
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    18:58
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    20:20
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    20:57
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    16:42
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    22:15
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    19:20
    12 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    23:19
    10 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    10:16
    Ellesmere Port
    Taunton
    Ellesmere Port to Taunton

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
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 Ellesmere Port and Taunton

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port & Taunton. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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