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Outbound fromTaunton to Canterbury by train
| First train | 20:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:32 | |
| Departure station | Taunton | |
| Arrival station | Canterbury | |
| Journey time | From 9h 51m | |
| Distance | 182 miles (293 km) | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Price | From £57 | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern |
Take the train from Taunton to Canterbury in 9 hours 51 minutes
If you want to travel from Taunton to Canterbury by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Taunton to Canterbury by train to take around 10 hours 19 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 9 hours 51 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 182 miles (293 km). You'll have to make 4 changes along the way on your journey to Canterbury. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southeastern. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Taunton to Canterbury start from £57.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Taunton to Canterbury
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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 Taunton to Canterbury is right for you.
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