London Paddington to Taunton Trains From £21.80*

Travel from London Paddington to Taunton in approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, speeding from the capital to this charming Somerset town. On rapid direct routes operated by Great Western Railway, you’ll leave behind the hustle and bustle of London and get to a scenic market town for less. Prices from London Paddington to Taunton start from just £21.80 when you book in advance with TrainPal. 

For days out in Somerset by train, choose a stress-free transport option. Great Western Railway (GWR) runs a busy network of trains around the West of England, with direct routes between Bristol Temple Meads, St Ives (Cornwall), London Paddington, Cardiff Central, Reading, and many more top destinations.

Departing from London Paddington

A famous old station with excellent modern amenities, London Paddington is the capital’s western transport hub.

Whether you’re heading on a family day out or a business trip, London Paddington has plenty of amenities to keep everyone happy. While you wait, relax in the station bar, at coffee shops, or in comfortable waiting areas. Or, if you are travelling on a London Paddington to Taunton First Class ticket, you can unwind in the First Class Lounge. 

Connect to free Wi-Fi, and use the water fountain, or toilets (including accessible toilets, Changing Places toilets, and a baby changing room). Children and adults alike will want to hug a statue of Paddington Bear.

Reaching London Paddington is easy from across London on excellent inter-city connections. Board convenience local buses, or take the London Underground on the Elizabeth, Circle, District, Bakerloo, and Hammersmith & City lines.

London Paddington connects London to a wide array of destinations across the west of England and Wales, including Great Malvern, Bristol Parkway, Reading, Slough, and Swansea. The station’s main operators are Great Western Railway and the Elizabeth Line.

Main stops

On fast services from London Paddington to Taunton, you will typically call at some or all of Reading, Newbury, Hungerford, Pewsey, Westbury, and Castle Cary. The fastest GWR services stop only at Reading before reaching Taunton.

Arriving at Taunton

A historical town in the county of Somerset, Taunton is a well-provisioned and charming station located to the north of Taunton. Taunton has a thousand-year history, and a station with a long and storied past. Built in 1842 as part of the Bristol and Exeter Railway following Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s designs, the station has undergone subsequent rebuilds in 1868, 1932, and 2021.

On your day out in Taunton, visit the town’s 10th-century monastic foundation, watch a County Championship match at Somerset County Cricket Club, or browse the exhibits at Somerset Military Museum. At the station, make use of refreshment counters, coffee shops, vending machines, accessible toilets, step-free access to all platforms, and free Wi-Fi for a pleasant arrival. When you are ready to explore Taunton, hop on local buses or walk around the heavily pedestrianised town centre.

Served by Great Western Railway and CrossCountry, passengers can travel from Taunton to Exeter St Davids, Plymouth, Penzance, Reading, Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Weston-super-Mare, and Glasgow Central.

Great Western Railway train classes

• Standard Class: Get free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a comfortable onboard experience as standard on GWR trains from London Paddington to Taunton. Save more on your day out when you travel by train in Standard Class.
• First Class: For the most luxurious trip to Somerset, buy a London Paddington to Taunton First Class ticket. Benefit from large tables, exclusive dining options, and a more relaxed travel experience, plus the time spent waiting in the First Class Lounge before departure.

Great Western Railway train travel advice

• Children: Under 5s go free on all Great Western Railway trains, while passengers aged 5 to 15 can travel with half-price fares on most tickets. Take family trips to Taunton for less when you go by train.
• Luggage: Take up to three items of luggage on the train from London Paddington to Taunton. Remember that all luggage must be stored securely in dedicated racks or on overhead shelves.
• Pets: Companion animals can make the trip to Taunton for a day out in the town’s many green spaces. If you are bringing a dog on GWR trains, the operator insists that you keep it on a lead or contained in a carrier.
• Bicycles: Cyclists can make the most of Taunton’s many cycle lanes. Bring your bike on Great Western Railway trains at no extra cost, subject to space limitations.
• Passenger Assist: For help completing your journey, book Passenger Assist in advance. Whether it’s help with navigating stations, luggage handling, ramps for boarding, or something else, the friendly GWR team will be happy to provide support.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.