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Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Taunton (TAU)

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18

train journeys
per day

89

miles (143 kms)

2hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

04:30 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Portsmouth & Southsea and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton is approximately 89 miles (143 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 32 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth & Southsea and Taunton.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:30
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:05
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:42
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:29
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:27
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    11:26
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:27
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    12:36
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    14:35
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    16:34
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    18:37
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:27
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    19:35
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    20:39
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:29
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    22:00
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:28
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    23:01
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:24
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    02:30
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:24
    8 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Taunton
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Taunton

About Portsmouth & Southsea Station

Station name Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Address Portsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:30
Saturday 05:40 - 20:30
Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Portsmouth & Southsea and Taunton

The travel time between Portsmouth & Southsea and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Portsmouth & Southsea and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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

Amenities on trains between Portsmouth & Southsea 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 Portsmouth & Southsea & Taunton. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth & Southsea and Taunton.

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