The average train between Plymouth and Taunton takes 1h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Plymouth 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 every 30 minutes between Plymouth and Taunton. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Taunton at 1:35 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Taunton station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.
Plymouth to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Taunton station.
Book your Plymouth to Taunton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Plymouth and Taunton is 102.4 km. The road distance is 132 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Taunton hourly. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly.