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West Berkshire Museum
Compact local museum covering Newbury's history, archaeology, and famous people. A strong first stop for understanding the town and district.
Cheapest price
€90
Average price
€111
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taunton to Newbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton to Newbury will cost around €111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
Of the 2 trains that leave Taunton for Newbury on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Newbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €90. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €90, and a train costs an average of €90.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€112 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 1h 55m by car). Tickets start at around €112 compared to roughly €28 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.
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Trains from Taunton to Newbury run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €90 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €90 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Compact local museum covering Newbury's history, archaeology, and famous people. A strong first stop for understanding the town and district.
Grand Elizabethan mansion with period rooms and exhibitions. Functions as a heritage attraction and gallery space with strong local significance.
Arts venue presenting changing exhibitions in a respected regional gallery. Ideal for contemporary visual art in central Newbury.
Large common and former airbase landscape with huge skies, wildlife, and paths. One of the area's most distinctive walking destinations.
Historic market street lined with shops and old buildings. The best place to feel Newbury's town-centre character and daily life.
The central square and market space beside the town hall, often animated by stalls and events. A natural starting point for visitors.
A Berkshire classic of old apples baked into a rich pudding. It is closely linked to county orchards and traditional home cooking.
Local sausages often served with mash and onion gravy in Berkshire pubs. A staple comfort dish tied to English market-town dining.
A substantial beef pie with ale gravy, common in traditional inns around West Berkshire. It reflects the region's pub and farming heritage.
Elegant fine dining in a historic hotel, known for refined British tasting menus and polished service in a grand setting.
Well-known Brazilian rodizio restaurant in central Newbury, valued for generous grilled meats and a lively casual setting.
Smart country pub by the racecourse, serving modern British dishes, good wines and a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while buses and rail can add up for visitors compared with smaller UK towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes may have a tip jar, but small change is enough.
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Newbury Railway Station -> Newbury Market Place
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton to Newbury 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 Newbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Taunton to Newbury trains use the Taunton to Newbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Taunton and Newbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Newbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Mio Fiore
Wi-Fi is available at Newbury.
Ticket office support is available at Newbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Newbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newbury: 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 liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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.
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