Trains to Taunton
A busy market town filled with character
Taunton is the perfect place to visit if you’re looking to enjoy the great outdoors, with beaches, ancient woodlands, and windswept hills right on the doorstep. However, there’s also plenty to enjoy in the town itself, meaning you can have a great trip whatever the weather. The town has something for everyone, so jump on a train to Taunton for a great weekend with family or friends!
FAQs
How many train stations are there in Taunton?
There’s one main train station in Taunton: Taunton Station.
How far is the town centre?
Taunton Station is just outside the city centre and is connected to all the sights by a regular bus service.
Where is Taunton’s closest airport?
Exeter Airport is the closest airport at 24 miles away. It takes just over an hour and a half via train and bus. Bristol Airport is also another option at 30 miles away, taking a similar amount of time to reach as Exeter. Both offer international air travel.
How can I get cheap tickets to Taunton?
To make journeying to and from Taunton as cheap as possible, try and travel during off-peak times. Check out our cheap tickets page for hints and tips on saving money on train fares, including signing up for a railcard to save 1/3 on every journey!
More questions
For further information about Taunton Station, check out our station guide.
Shopping in Taunton
For a small town, Taunton has plenty of shopping options. If you’re looking for some of your favourite brands all under one roof, try the Orchard Shopping Centre or the County Walk Shopping Centre. Both are conveniently located in the town centre, and both feature a good range of national brands, as well as local favourites.
Bath Place is a hidden gem, but don’t tell anyone we told you. It’s a local favourite thanks to its unique shops and unrivalled selection of coffee shops. The perfect place to explore to find local designers and shop owners selling one-of-a-kind pieces.
As you wander around Taunton, you’ll find a surprising number of shops selling everything from second hand records and vintage clothing to home accessories, arts and crafts, and much more. The town centre is relatively flat, which is ideal if you have lots of shopping bags to carry. However, should you start to flag, there is a great selection of cafés dotted around to welcome you.
Food & Drink in Taunton
Taunton packs a punch when it comes to food and drink. It’s right in the heart of some of the best food producing regions in the UK, including Somerset which has more farmers than any other county in England. Alongside plentiful local cider, you’ll find amazing local ingredients from fresh produce to locally-reared meats and homemade cheeses.
You can sample it in any of the many pubs and restaurants in Taunton serving up delicious home cooked meals. Whether you choose one of the options in the town centre or catch a bus out to one of the picturesque villages that surround Taunton, you’ll be spoiled for choice!
Taunton is also home to an annual food and drink festival in September, where you can really fill your boots with all the amazing produce and products on offer. There’s something for everyone, and this is a great local celebration that is perfect for the whole family to enjoy.
Culture in Taunton
Whilst in Taunton, you’ll find plenty to do from discovering local history at the Somerset Museum, to taking in a show at the Brewhouse Theatre or Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre. The Odeon in the town centre shows all the current blockbusters if you are a film buff.
There are plenty of opportunities to explore outdoors. The Vivary Adventure Centre offers land-based activities, while Channel Adventure encourages you to enjoy the water sports on offer. If you’d rather watch someone else do the hard work, Taunton has a great sports scene, including the Somerset County Cricket Club and Taunton Race Course.
Catching a train to Taunton
We want to help you travel affordably, so as long as you buy your ticket 15 minutes before departure via our website or our CrossCountry trains app, you can still enjoy great savings. To get the very best out of your train travel, read our top tips to find cheap train tickets and learn about our exclusive benefits offered to registered customers.
If you want to explore Taunton and all it has to offer, you’ll want to stay longer than a day! So, make sure you book a great value hotel in Taunton before you arrive.
Taunton station has step-free access throughout. Accessible ticket machines are available in the station, as are ramps for train access. Accessible taxis are available at Taunton Station and you can ask staff for assistance.
Taunton is served by a useful bus system that connects the town centre to the surrounding villages and countryside. If you’re considering an onward journey, why not purchase a PLUSBUS pass with your train ticket? Alternatively, a taxi rank is available at the station.