What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £80 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Taunton via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Taunton is 189 miles. The road distance is 187.1 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £80 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Taunton train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Taunton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Taunton train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Taunton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Taunton is 187 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton?

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

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Southend-on-Sea to Taunton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Taunton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 28m
£84–165
Drive 186 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Tauntoncar 186 mi
4h 2m
£46–66
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Flook Housebus Sf1
5h 44m
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
6h 26m
£225–508
Fly London Southend Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane SEN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
6h 8m
£63–235
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
6h 44m
£125–251

Southend-on-Sea to Taunton by train

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3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.5 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Taunton, England?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Taunton via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 28m.

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