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Wickford to Taunton train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wickford to Taunton? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £28.00, with average prices for this route around £29.50.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:30 Wickford	08:59 Taunton	3h 29m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:38 Wickford	09:43 Taunton	3h 5m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:37 Wickford	10:46 Taunton	3h 9m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
08:09 Wickford	11:26 Taunton	3h 17m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
08:19 Wickford	12:15 Taunton	3h 56m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
09:11 Wickford	12:36 Paris	3h 25m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Wickford to Taunton train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:25

Departure station

Wickford

Arrival station

Taunton

Journey time

3h 5m

Distance

163 miles

Price

£28.00*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Wickford to Taunton

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wickford to Taunton can result in significant cost savings.

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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Wickford to Taunton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Wickford to Taunton ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Wickford to Taunton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wickford to Taunton train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and 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 Wickford to Taunton from £28.00*

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Wickford to Taunton train prices and times

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