Business

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...
Great Western Railway
Southeastern

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Headcorn to Taunton by train

First train

05:12

Last train

17:13

Departure station

Headcorn

Arrival station

Taunton

Journey time

From 3h 31m

Distance

162 miles (261 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink

Travel from Headcorn to Taunton by train in 3 hours 31 minutes

If you want to know more about the journey from Headcorn to Taunton by train, look no further!

The average journey time from Headcorn to Taunton by train is 3 hours 43 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 31 minutes. You'll usually find 0 trains per day travelling the 162 miles (261 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way to Taunton. You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink on your way to Taunton, as these are the main rail operators on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Headcorn to Taunton.

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Taunton, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

FAQs about the train journey from Headcorn to Taunton

Want to know more about your journey from Headcorn to Taunton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What is the quickest journey time between Headcorn and Taunton by train?

The quickest journey time between Headcorn and Taunton by train is 3 hours and 31 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Headcorn to Taunton?

No, there are no direct trains running from Headcorn to Taunton, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

What's the distance between Headcorn and Taunton by train?

Trains travelling from Headcorn to Taunton cover a distance of around 162 miles (261 km) during the journey. You can get there in 3 hours and 31 minutes on the fastest services.

What is the best way to get to Taunton from Headcorn?

To get from Headcorn to Taunton, we believe that it's best to take the train! Trains are convenient and comfortable, offering a great way to get to Taunton. Plus, the fastest trains can take just 3 hours and 31 minutes, leaving you with more time to explore.

Cheap train tickets from Headcorn to Taunton

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Headcorn to Taunton is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.