Going from Truro to Taunton by train

About to set off from Truro to Taunton by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train travel from Truro to Taunton

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Truro to Taunton:

  • Cheapest ticket: £16.04

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Truro to Taunton departure frequency and train timetable

With 44 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 10 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:36 and the last one is at 22:32. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 07:09, with the last one at 18:32.

Average train travel time from Truro to Taunton

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 37 minutes, travelling a total distance of 162 kilometres.

How far in advance Truro and Taunton tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Truro and Taunton are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Truro to Taunton

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Truro and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Taunton city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Truro to Taunton by train?

The train journey between Truro and Taunton spans 162 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Truro to Taunton?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £16.04. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Truro to Taunton?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 and a half months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Truro to Taunton?

The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 37 minutes.