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Birmingham New Street to Taunton train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham New Street to Taunton, starting from £9.40 and averaging £19.90. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 0m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, Apr 25
Sat, Apr 26
From £19.20
Sun, Apr 27
From £19.20
Mon, Apr 28
From £14.80
Tue, Apr 29
From £9.40
Wed, Apr 30
From £19.20
Thu, May 1
From £19.20

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:00 Birmingham New Street	08:16 Taunton	3h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:37 Birmingham New Street	08:42 Taunton	3h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:37 Birmingham New Street	08:54 Taunton	3h 17m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:12 Birmingham New Street	09:17 Taunton	2h 5m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:12 Birmingham New Street	10:16 Taunton	2h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:12 Birmingham New Street	11:15 Paris	2h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham New Street to Taunton train route details

First train

05:00

Last train

22:12

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Taunton

Journey time

2h 0m

Distance

114 miles

Price

£9.40*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Taunton

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Taunton during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Birmingham New Street to Taunton, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Birmingham New Street to Taunton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Taunton train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Birmingham New Street to Taunton with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Taunton from £9.40*

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