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It takes an average of 2h 14m to travel from London Paddington to Taunton by train, over a distance of around 131 miles (211 km). There are normally 53 trains per day travelling from London Paddington to Taunton and tickets for this journey start from £31 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:46 | |
| Departure station | London Paddington | |
| Arrival station | Taunton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 38m | |
| Distance | 131 miles (211 km) | |
| Frequency | 53 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £31 | |
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Taking the train from London Paddington to Taunton in 1 hour 38 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Paddington to Taunton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 14 minutes to travel the 131 miles (211 km) from London Paddington to Taunton by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 53 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Great Western Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Taunton.
Book train tickets from London Paddington to Taunton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £31.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Taunton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Taunton?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.