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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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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€69 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 $55 (€45)
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€69) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 22:09 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet start from as low as $84 (€69) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $84 (€69) depending on the train type and class.
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 $55 (€45)
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Taunton and Stansted Mountfitchet from $55 (€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
$70 (€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.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
Train ticket prices from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $84 (€69), while the average price is around $84 (€69).
The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet is by bus, with a cost of around $55 (€45).
The distance by train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet is 154 miles (249 km).
The train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet takes 3h 36m and runs 6 per day.
The first train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 5:14 AM.
The last train from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 10:09 PM.
The train station in Taunton that goes to Stansted Mountfitchet is Taunton station (TAU), which connects to Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST).
There is no direct train service currently available from Taunton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
Unfortunately, there is no night train 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.
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).
popular train stations
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
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Stansted Mountfitchet is Stansted Mountfitchet. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stansted Mountfitchet for your journey to Stansted Mountfitchet from Taunton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Cork House
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Stansted Mountfitchet
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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