Farringdon to Taunton by train
| First train | 06:34 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:19 | |
| Departure station | Farringdon | |
| Arrival station | Taunton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 2m | |
| Distance | 134 miles (216 km) | |
| Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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How to travel from Farringdon to Taunton by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Farringdon to Taunton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 25 trains per day running between Farringdon and Taunton, which usually take 2 hours 20 minutes to complete the 134 miles (216 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 2 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. Great Western Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Taunton.
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 Farringdon to Taunton if 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.
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