What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Taunton?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Taunton is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Taunton?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Taunton is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Southampton Central Station and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton Central Station to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Taunton via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Southampton Central Station to Taunton?

The distance between Southampton Central Station and Taunton is 96 miles. The road distance is 86 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton Central Station to Taunton without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton Central Station to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £40 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Central Station to Taunton?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Southampton Central Station to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton Central Station to Taunton train from?

Southampton Central Station to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton Central Station to Taunton train arrive?

Southampton Central Station to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Southampton Central Station to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Central Station to Taunton is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Southampton Central Station to Taunton.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton Central Station to Taunton?

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Southampton Central Station to Taunton - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton Central Station to Taunton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 37m
£43–81
Drive 85.5 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton Central Station to Tauntoncar 85.5 mi
1h 59m
£21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
5h 58m

Southampton Central Station to Taunton by train

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2h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.7 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Southampton Central Station, England and Taunton, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Taunton via Westbury (Wilts) in around 2h 37m.

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