First train | 04:37 | |
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Last train | 21:16 | |
Departure station | Elgin | |
Arrival station | Taunton | |
Journey time | From 11h 10m | |
Distance | 457 miles (736 km) | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Want to find out more about taking the train from Elgin to Taunton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Elgin and Taunton, which usually take 13 hours 53 minutes to complete the 457 miles (736 km) journey. It can take as little as 11 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Taunton by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Elgin to Taunton if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
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The fastest journey time by train from Elgin to Taunton is 11 hours and 10 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Elgin to Taunton. Travelling from Elgin to Taunton by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Elgin to Taunton leaves at 04:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Elgin to Taunton leaves at 21:16. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Elgin to Taunton cover a distance of around 457 miles (736 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Taunton to Elgin.
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