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Trains from Southampton Central to Taunton (TAU)

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27

train journeys
per day

73

miles (119 kms)

1hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Taunton is approximately 73 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 42 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Taunton.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Taunton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    2 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    08:15
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    09:42
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:11
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    11:26
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 2 changes
    12:15
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:11
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    12:36
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    12:45
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    13:42
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:11
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    14:35
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    14:43
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    15:42
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:11
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    16:34
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    16:47
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:11
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:47
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:09
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    18:37
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    18:46
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:11
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    19:35
    Southampton Central
    Taunton
    Southampton Central to Taunton

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Taunton

The travel time between Southampton Central and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Taunton. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Taunton.

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