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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 Oct 29
€94
Average ticket price on Oct 29
€193
Fastest journey on Oct 29
3 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
4 h 3 m
Trains on Oct 29
12
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Taunton will cost around €193 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €94.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Taunton without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Liverpool to Taunton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (267 km) distance in 3h 24m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Liverpool to Taunton.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Taunton trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G01133+ C16913 | 6:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h07 | 10:15 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
G01135+ C16917 | 7:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h05 | 11:15 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
G01138+ C16918 | 7:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h25 | 11:58 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
G01138+ W34092 · W33878 | 7:40 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h18 | 11:58 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 2 transfers | |
G01140+ C16920 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h05 | 12:15 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
W29862+ C16925 | 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h04 | 1:16 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
G01148+ C16939 | 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h03 | 4:15 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
W29884+ C16944 | 1:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h04 | 5:16 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
G01150+ C16947 | 1:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h09 | 5:42 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
G01150+ W33949 · W34191 | 1:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h59 | 5:42 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 2 transfers | |
G01153+ C16949 | 2:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h03 | 6:15 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
G01154+ C16954 | 3:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h11 | 7:23 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Taunton with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, and West Midlands Trains. Regional trains available on this route with Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Taunton trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Taunton station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Taunton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Check train stations information for Liverpool and Taunton, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.