Train from Exeter to Taunton: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Exeter to Taunton on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Exeter St David's
TauntonCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Exeter St David's
TauntonFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Exeter St David's
TauntonNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Exeter St David's
TauntonNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Exeter St David's
TauntonNo tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Taunton. The journey takes about 26 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
26mAverage duration
28 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£6 - £14Average duration45m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£6 - £34Average duration26m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£3 - £3Average duration50m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Taunton by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Exeter to Taunton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Taunton start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Exeter to Taunton?

    The average train journey time from Exeter to Taunton is 26m, covering a distance of 28 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Exeter to Taunton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Exeter to Taunton?

    The earliest train from Exeter to Taunton departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Exeter 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Exeter to Taunton?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Exeter to Taunton?

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

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Exeter 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
30/11
£17
01/12
£17
Today
£17
03/12
£15
04/12
£17
05/12
£5
06/12
£19
07/12
£19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Exeter to Taunton was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

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

You can expect to pay from £5 to £33 for a train ticket from Exeter to Taunton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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