What is the cheapest way to get from Swindon to Taunton?

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Taunton is to train and bus which costs £16 - £30 and takes 4h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swindon to Taunton?

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Taunton is to train via Bristol which takes 1h 24m and costs £35 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Taunton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swindon and arriving at Taunton. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Swindon to Taunton?

The distance between Swindon and Taunton is 86 miles. The road distance is 87 miles.

How do I travel from Swindon to Taunton without a car?

The best way to get from Swindon to Taunton without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 1h 24m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Swindon to Taunton?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Swindon to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Taunton train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Taunton train arrive?

Swindon to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Taunton is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Swindon to Taunton.

How do I get a train ticket from Swindon to Taunton?

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

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Swindon to Taunton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swindon to Taunton by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
1h 24m
£35–65
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bath Spatrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
4h 12m
£16–30
Drive 86.5 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Tauntoncar 86.5 mi
1h 27m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
1h 51m
£35–65

Swindon to Taunton by train

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Distance: 85.4 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Taunton, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Taunton via Bristol Temple Meads in around 1h 24m.

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