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Museum of Somerset
Somerset’s main museum inside Taunton Castle, covering archaeology, local history, natural history, and the county’s heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
฿16
Average ticket price on Sep 18
฿20
Fastest journey on Sep 18
30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
30 m
Trains on Sep 18
11
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Taunton will cost around ฿20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only ฿16.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 11 trains from Bristol to Taunton, including 11 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 31 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.
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G01131Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of ฿10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of ฿10, while a train costs an average of ฿19.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
฿19 Average price | ฿10 Average price Cheapest | ฿25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Taunton:
A bus is ฿9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Taunton costing on average ฿19.
Other travel options to Taunton take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 19m.
The journey is about 21m faster (44m by train vs 1h 5m by car) and roughly ฿6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (฿19 vs ฿25). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Taunton trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01135 | On time 10:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h30 | 11:15 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29862 | On time 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h31 | 1:16 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15188 | On time 12:56 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h58 | 1:54 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29868 | On time 1:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h30 | 2:15 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41669 | On time 1:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 2:55 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29873 | On time 2:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h30 | 3:15 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15189 | On time 2:55 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 3:54 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
G66472 | 6:40 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h30 | 7:10 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15180 | 6:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h50 | 7:37 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15181 | 7:03 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h06 | 8:09 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G14977 | 7:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h38 | 8:16 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15182 | 7:52 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h02 | 8:54 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01130 | 8:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h30 | 8:41 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01131 | 8:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h31 | 9:16 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15184 | 8:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 9:55 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01133 | 9:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h30 | 10:15 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15185 | 9:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 10:56 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bristol to Taunton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at ฿6 but you can travel from only ฿4 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price ฿6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 3:52 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Taunton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Taunton trip today.
Somerset’s main museum inside Taunton Castle, covering archaeology, local history, natural history, and the county’s heritage.
Gallery and arts centre showing contemporary exhibitions, crafts, and community arts in a respected regional venue.
Creative venue with changing visual arts displays, performance spaces, and events that support Somerset artists and audiences.
Pleasant riverside park popular for walks, boating, and family time, with green space close to the centre.
Central shopping street with historic buildings, independent shops, and easy access to many of Taunton’s main sights.
Attractive Georgian avenue lined with major civic buildings, ideal for a short heritage walk near the town centre.
A traditional Somerset cider made from local apples. It is central to local farming culture and widely enjoyed in pubs and cider houses across the county.
A hard, tangy cow's milk cheese made in Somerset. It is one of England's best-known regional foods and a staple on local menus and cheeseboards.
A rich apple cake from Somerset, often spiced and made with local cider or apples. It reflects the county's long apple-growing and baking traditions.
Respected gastropub just outside Taunton, praised for seasonal British cooking, local produce, and a cosy village atmosphere.
Established Taunton restaurant known for steak, seafood, and polished service. Smart but approachable atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Popular independent café and restaurant with modern British brunches, lunch plates, coffee, and cakes in a stylish central setting.
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, pubs, and casual meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes if service was good.
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Taunton Railway Station -> Taunton Town Centre, Taunton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

Most Bristol to Taunton trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Taunton station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Taunton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Taunton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Taunton.
Wi-Fi is available at Taunton. ATMs are available at Taunton.
Ticket office support is available at Taunton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Taunton: Parking, WC.
Available at Taunton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taunton: 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.
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