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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU)
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 28 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Taunton station (TAU) on Mon, Jun 01, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
W348427:04 PM1h42London Paddington (PAD)8:46 PMTaunton station (TAU)$781One-way0 transfers- G14972 · G1518310:03 PM2h43London Paddington (PAD)12:46 AMTaunton station (TAU)$781One-way1 transfer
- W348489:04 PM1h58London Paddington (PAD)11:02 PMTaunton station (TAU)$781One-way0 transfers
- G149888:03 PM1h57London Paddington (PAD)10:00 PMTaunton station (TAU)$781One-way0 transfers
- W348172:36 PM1h57London Paddington (PAD)4:33 PMTaunton station (TAU)$781One-way0 transfers
- W347828:03 AM1h40London Paddington (PAD)9:43 AMTaunton station (TAU)$2271One-way0 transfers
- W348091:03 PM1h40London Paddington (PAD)2:43 PMTaunton station (TAU)$901One-way0 transfers
- W348142:03 PM1h41London Paddington (PAD)3:44 PMTaunton station (TAU)$901One-way0 transfers
- W348427:04 PM1h42London Paddington (PAD)8:46 PMTaunton station (TAU)$781One-way0 transfers
- G1498312:05 PM1h42London Paddington (PAD)1:47 PMTaunton station (TAU)$901One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $172.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $393 Average price | $30 Average price | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU):
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) costing on average $30 (€24).
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) costing on average $84 (€68).
A bus is $369 (€297) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) costing on average $393 (€317).
Other travel options to Taunton station (TAU) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 52m.
Bus takes on average 4h 14m.
Flight takes on average 7h 9m.
You'll arrive about 1h 9m sooner (1h 52m by train vs 3h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $84 (€68) compared to roughly $71 (€57) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C00854 | On time 3:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h53 | 4:56 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C00853 | On time 4:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h38 | 5:41 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34829 | On time 4:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h01 | 6:37 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34833 | On time 5:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h39 | 6:42 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C00851 | On time 6:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h38 | 7:41 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34839 | On time 6:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 8:35 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34844 | On time 7:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h38 | 8:41 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34847 | On time 8:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h58 | 10:01 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34849 | On time 9:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h38 | 10:41 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
| G14977 | 6:00 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h16 | 8:16 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34780 | 7:02 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h57 | 8:59 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34782 | 8:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h40 | 9:43 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14989 | 9:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h43 | 10:46 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34788 | 9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h52 | 11:26 AM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
V85065+ G01140 | 9:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h27 | 12:15 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 1 transfer | |
| G14979 | 10:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 12:36 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34797 | 11:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h42 | 12:45 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14983 | 12:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h42 | 1:47 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14984 | 12:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h01 | 2:36 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34809 | 1:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h40 | 2:43 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34814 | 2:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h41 | 3:44 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34817 | 2:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h57 | 4:33 PM Taunton station (TAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU)
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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Taunton station (TAU) from $10 (€8). 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 London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU) 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 station (TAU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to Taunton station (TAU)
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Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- 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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