The average train between Kent and Taunton takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent to Taunton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Kent and Taunton. The earliest departure is at 1:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Taunton at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 47m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kent to Taunton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kent to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Taunton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Kent to Taunton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Taunton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Taunton station.
Book your Kent to Taunton train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Kent and Taunton is 267.3 km. The road distance is 339 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Taunton via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 33m.