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Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Taunton (TAU)

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26

train journeys
per day

133

miles (215 kms)

2hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

00:37 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo East and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo East to Taunton is approximately 133 miles (215 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 16 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Taunton.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo East to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo East to Taunton Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:37
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    06:10
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:14
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:42
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:51
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:14
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    12:15
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:49
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:36
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:16
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:49
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:35
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:16
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:49
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:34
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    15:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    16:15
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    16:49
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    19:35
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    17:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    17:49
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    London Waterloo East
    Taunton
    London Waterloo East to Taunton

About London Waterloo East Station

Station name London Waterloo East (WAE)
Address London Waterloo East station, Sandell Street, London, SE1 8NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 London Waterloo East and Taunton

The travel time between London Waterloo East and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo East and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo East 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 London Waterloo East & Taunton. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Taunton.

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