The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Taunton
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Taunton will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gloucester for Taunton on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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 train and bus for Gloucester to Taunton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. 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 €20, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 69 miles (112 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€45 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gloucester to Taunton train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Taunton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 AM Gloucester | 1h35 | 9:15 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Gloucester to Taunton trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as Cross Country, first_great_western and Transport for Wales offer trains services from Gloucester to Taunton. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gloucester to Taunton.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, first_great_western and Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester to Taunton.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Cross Country, first_great_western and Transport for Wales to help you choose the right option for your journey from Gloucester to Taunton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gloucester to Taunton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Taunton
Trains from Gloucester to Taunton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 22:13 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Gloucester to Taunton trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Gloucester and Taunton from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Cross Country
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Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Gloucester to Taunton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Taunton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the 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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