The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Taunton
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Taunton will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bournemouth for Taunton on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bournemouth to Taunton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€61 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Taunton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Taunton trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:55 AM Bournemouth | 3h04 | 7:59 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:11 AM Bournemouth | 5h15 | 10:26 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:04 AM Bournemouth | 3h22 | 10:26 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:04 AM Bournemouth | 5h32 | 1:36 PM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Taunton
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 01:27 |
Last train 22:12 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bournemouth to Taunton start from as low as $68 (€55) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $75 (€61) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Taunton trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Taunton from $49 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to Taunton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Taunton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Taunton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Taunton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between the following times: Mon - Sat 09:00 - 19:00 and Sun 10:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Please request staff assistance. No public phones are accessible.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Adjacent to the taxi rank by the archway exit from Platform 2
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