How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Taunton?

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Taunton start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bristol to Taunton?

The average train ride duration from Bristol to Taunton is 38m, covering a distance of 37 miles (60 km). The quickest train can get you there in 30m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Bristol to Taunton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway , CrossCountry .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bristol to Taunton?

The earliest train departs from Bristol to Taunton at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:48pm.

What is the best train operator from Bristol to Taunton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Taunton?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Bristol to Taunton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Great Western Railway , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bristol to Taunton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Bristol to Taunton from $7

Next train departures

Next departures for Bristol to Taunton on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:08pm	Bristol Temple Meads	33m	3:41pm	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	No tags
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Taunton on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:09pm	Bristol Temple Meads	32m	3:41pm	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 5m	8:23am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	No tags
Train	7:18am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 5m	8:23am	Taunton	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Taunton on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:25am	Bristol Temple Meads	35m	10:00am	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	8:44am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	9:14am	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:54am	Bristol Temple Meads	54m	8:48am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:44am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	9:14am	Taunton	No tags
Train	7:54am	Bristol Temple Meads	54m	8:48am	Taunton	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Taunton on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:45am	Bristol Temple Meads	32m	9:17am	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	No tags
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Taunton on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	38m	8:16am	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	No tags
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Taunton on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	38m	8:16am	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	No tags
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Taunton on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	38m	8:16am	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	30m	8:41am	Taunton	No tags
Train	7:03am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:09am	Taunton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:04 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Taunton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Taunton. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

38 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $33	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $47	Average Duration38m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bristol to Taunton by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Taunton?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Taunton start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to Taunton?
The average train ride duration from Bristol to Taunton is 38m, covering a distance of 37 miles (60 km). The quickest train can get you there in 30m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Bristol to Taunton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bristol to Taunton?
The earliest train departs from Bristol to Taunton at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:48pm.
What is the best train operator from Bristol to Taunton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Taunton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Bristol to Taunton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bristol to Taunton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

$9

12/10

$9

Today

$20

12/12

$9

12/13

$9

12/14

$9

12/15

$13

12/16

$14

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Taunton was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bristol to Taunton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $45 for a train ticket from Bristol to Taunton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-13.