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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Taunton (TAU)

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25

train journeys
per day

168

miles (271 kms)

3hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

04:51 / 22:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Taunton is approximately 168 miles (271 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 20 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, c2c, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Taunton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Southend Central to Taunton Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:51
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:42
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:47
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    06:55
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    12:15
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:36
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:05
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    4 hrs 2 changes
    14:35
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:05
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:05
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    16:34
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:05
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:05
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    15:05
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    4 hrs 2 changes
    19:35
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    16:05
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    16:35
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    Southend Central
    Taunton
    Southend Central to Taunton

About Southend Central Station

Station name Southend Central (SOC)
Address Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 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 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 Southend Central and Taunton

The travel time between Southend Central and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend 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 Southend Central & Taunton. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, c2c, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Taunton.

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