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Trains from Taunton (TAU) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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18

train journeys
per day

57

miles (93 kms)

2hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

05:14 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Taunton (TAU) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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

The distance by rail from Taunton to Bournemouth is approximately 57 miles (93 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 22 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Taunton to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Taunton to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:13
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:13
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:54
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:53
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:13
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:07
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:42
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    16:13
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:09
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:10
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:05
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:42
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    20:15
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    20:57
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:22
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    23:13
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:29
    8 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Taunton
    Bournemouth
    Taunton to Bournemouth

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

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Taunton and Bournemouth

The travel time between Taunton and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Taunton and Bournemouth 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 05:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Taunton and Bournemouth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Taunton & Bournemouth. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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