The average train between Rochester and Taunton takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochester 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 Rochester and Taunton. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Taunton at 2:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Abbey Wood (London) and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochester 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 Rochester to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Taunton station via Abbey Wood (London) station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Rochester to Taunton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Taunton station.
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The distance between Rochester and Taunton is 254.8 km. The road distance is 289 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Taunton via Abbey Wood (London), Abbey Wood, and London Paddington in around 3h 31m.