Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet train with Great Western Rail

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Compare bus and train for Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a train costs an average of €69.

Distance: 154 miles (249 km)

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€69

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€45

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3h 35m

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3h 5m

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5h 54m

Average total duration

5h 24m

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Why should you book Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail operates all train services from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet. Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets.

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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?

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  • Official reseller: Great Western Rail tickets can only be bought on Omio or Great Western Rail's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Great Western Rail tickets as they are not official sellers.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet

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Trains from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€69) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 3h 36m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $56 (€45)
Distance
154 miles (249 km)
Average train duration
3h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
$86 (€69)
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 36m
First train
05:14
Last train
22:09
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $56 (€45)

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Taunton and Stansted Mountfitchet from $56 (€45). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 36m
Cheapest Price
$71 (€57)
Great Western Rail frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
To enjoy the main attractions of Stansted Mountfitchet, such as Mountfitchet Castle and the House on the Hill Toy Museum, one to two days are typically sufficient.
There is no high speed train available from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
A day trip from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 36m. Trains run 6 times per day, covering a distance of 154 miles (249 km).
Train ticket prices from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $86 (€69), while the average price is around $86 (€69).
Yes, you can take the train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
The distance by train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet is 154 miles (249 km).
The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet is by bus, with a cost of around $56 (€45).
The first train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 5:14 AM.
The train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet takes 3h 36m and runs 6 per day.
The train station in Taunton that goes to Stansted Mountfitchet is Taunton station (TAU), which connects to Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST).
The last train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 10:09 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
There is no direct train service currently available from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
The train journey from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet offers views of the picturesque Somerset countryside, rolling hills, and charming villages, but it becomes less scenic as it approaches urban areas closer to London.

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Popular train stations from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet

Taunton
Stansted Mountfitchet
The major train station for departures in Taunton is Taunton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Taunton for your trip from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Taunton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Adjacent to the taxi rank by the archway exit from Platform 2

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