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Southend Airport to Taunton by train

First train

07:55

Last train

21:06

Departure station

Southend Airport

Arrival station

Taunton

Journey time

From 3h 22m

Distance

169 miles (272 km)

Changes

2 changes

Price

From £39.50

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia

How to travel from Southend Airport to Taunton by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Southend Airport to Taunton? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Southend Airport and Taunton, which usually take 3 hours 43 minutes to complete the 169 miles (272 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 22 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 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or CrossCountry 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 and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Southend Airport to Taunton start from £39.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Taunton? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Southend Airport and Taunton by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Southend Airport to Taunton is 3 hours and 22 minutes.

How much does the train from Southend Airport to Taunton cost?

Train ticket prices from Southend Airport to Taunton can start from as little as £39.50 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Southend Airport to Taunton?

No, there are no direct train services from Southend Airport to Taunton. Travelling from Southend Airport to Taunton by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Southend Airport to Taunton leave?

The first train from Southend Airport to Taunton leaves at 07:55. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Southend Airport to Taunton leave?

The last train from Southend Airport to Taunton leaves at 21:06. 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.

What's the distance between Southend Airport and Taunton by train?

Trains travelling from Southend Airport to Taunton cover a distance of around 169 miles (272 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Taunton to Southend Airport.

Cheap train tickets from Southend Airport to Taunton

Train tickets from Southend Airport to Taunton start at £39.50 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

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