The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Taunton
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Taunton will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 1 trains that leave Peterborough for Taunton on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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
Peterborough to Taunton train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Taunton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:11 AM Peterborough | 3h30 | 11:41 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Taunton
Trains from Peterborough to Taunton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€80) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€80) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 01:27 |
Last train 21:42 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Peterborough to Taunton trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Peterborough and Taunton from $100 (€80). 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 Peterborough to Taunton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Taunton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
- 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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