The cheapest and fastest trains from Hereford to Taunton
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hereford to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hereford to Taunton will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hereford for Taunton on Tue, Dec 23, 2 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 119 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.




Live departures
Hereford to Taunton train times
The table below shows live departures for Hereford 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Hereford | 2h54 | 10:54 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Hereford | 2h41 | 12:16 PM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hereford to Taunton
Trains from Hereford to Taunton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€37) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 21:42 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales from Hereford to Taunton trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Hereford and Taunton from $47 (€37). 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 Hereford to Taunton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford 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 Hereford to Taunton
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:10 - 17:45 Sunday 08:10 - 18:45
- Car Park: Main Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access through the ticket hall to Platform 3 and 4. A footbridge lifts connects Platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The pay phone (coins only) is available for use on platform 3.
- Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The ticket machines are only accessible during ticket office opening hours.
- 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 Platform 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available in the car park, adjacent to the bus shelter.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
- 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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