Basingstoke to Taunton by train

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Overview: trains from Basingstoke to Taunton

Find the key information for travelling by train from Basingstoke to Taunton, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:02 View journey
Last train 23:37 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 49m View journey
Distance (km) 143
Trains / day 43 View all
Cheapest journey €45.02 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 8m
Train operators 6

Taking the train from Basingstoke to Taunton

So you’re considering going from Basingstoke to Taunton by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Basingstoke to Taunton

Getting from Basingstoke to Taunton by rail typically costs €45.02, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Basingstoke to Taunton

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Basingstoke to Taunton:

  • 00:02 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:30 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:02 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:37 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 19 minutes from Basingstoke toward Taunton.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 43 trains serving this route each day.

How long is the train journey from Basingstoke to Taunton?

This journey covers a total of 143 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 49 minutes.

When do tickets between Basingstoke and Taunton go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Basingstoke and Taunton 3 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Basingstoke to Taunton travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Taunton.

FAQs about the train journey from Basingstoke to Taunton

Want to know more about your journey from Basingstoke to Taunton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Basingstoke and Taunton by train is 143 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.