Taunton Station is the sole train station in the town of Taunton in Somerset. Taunton Station is situated north of Taunton and north of the River Tone. Vivary Park, The Museum of Somerset, and Coates English Willow Visitor Centre are among the many places you can visit in and around Taunton.
Taunton Station is managed by Great Western Railway and has six platforms. Great Western Railway and CrossCountry operate regular services to and from Taunton Station, while West Somerset Railway runs trains for special events. Exeter Central Station can be reached in around 30 minutes from Taunton Station.
Taunton Station was initially opened on 1st July 1842, while a significant rebuilding was completed on 17th August 1868; there have been several extensions and improvements to Taunton Station since then. Passenger numbers have increased yearly at Taunton Station, with 1.4 million travelling through Taunton Station in 2022/23.
Station Area Map
Taunton Station is situated on Station Approach next to Station Road. Taunton Station is north of the River Tone, and Somerset County Cricket Club, French Weir Park, and Vivary Golf Course & Adventure Centre are all within walking distance of Taunton Station.
Bristol Temple Meads station can be reached in around an hour from Taunton Station. Great Western Railway operates regular services from Taunton to London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Plymouth, and Penzance; they also run an overnight Night Riviera sleeper service. CrossCountry runs trains from Taunton Station to Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads.
Hotels Near Taunton Station
Premier Inn Taunton Central (North) Hotel
Premier Inn Taunton East Hotel
Travelodge Taunton Hotel
Station Details and Facilities
Address
Taunton station, Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1QP
General Information
Opening Hours:
- Monday to Friday – 06:10 to 20:00
- Saturday – 06:10 to 20:00
- Sunday – 08:00 to 20:00
Passenger Services
Information Services Open
- Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day
- Saturday 05:30 - 23:30
- Sunday 08:00 - 01:30
Customer Help Points
Customer help points are available at Taunton Station.
Lost Property
- Monday - Friday 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
- Sunday 10:00 - 16:30
Register your lost property with Great Western Railway lost property.
Location for Rail Replacement Services
North side of the station.
Ticket Buying and Collection
Ticket Office
Situated in the ticket hall.
Ticket Office Opening Hours
- Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00
- Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
- Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between the following times: Mon - Sat 09:00 - 19:00 and Sun 10:00 - 18:00
Accessible Ticket Machines
Accessible ticket machines are available at Taunton Station.
Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
Height-adjusted ticket counter
There is not a height adjusted ticket counter at Taunton Station.
Induction Loop
The ticket office at Banbury Station has an induction loop.
Penalty Fares
Penalty fares are applicable for Great Western Railway.
Station Facilities
ATM
An ATM is available at the station entrance of Taunton Station.
First Class Lounge
There is not a First Class Lounge at Taunton Station.
Waiting Room
Situated on the platforms.
Opening Hours:
- Monday to Friday – 24 hours
- Saturday – 06:10 to 20:00
- Sunday – 08:00 to 20:00
Baby Change
Located on Platforms 2 and 5.
Telephones
There are pay phones available which take cards and coins.
Post Box
There is a post box available on Platform 2 at Taunton Station.
Tourist Information
There is no Tourist Information Office at Taunton Station.
Bureau De Change
There is no Bureau De Change at Taunton Station.
Shops
Starbucks on platform 5 and Dashi Cafe on platform 2. Vending machines also available.
Accessibility
Assistance
Meeting point: Gateline.
- Monday to Friday – 24 hours
- Saturday – 05:30 to 23:30
- Sunday – 08:00 to 01:30
Ramp For Train Access
A ramp for train access is available at Taunton Station.
Helpline
08001 971 329 or 18001 0800 197 1329 (Textphone)
National Key Toilets
The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
Step Free Access
Step Free Category A Station.
Taunton station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts.
Impaired Mobility Set Down
At the station entrance.
Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs are available at Taunton Station.
Wheelchairs
Impaired Mobility Set Down
Set- Down / Pick up Points are available adjacent to the station entrance. Assisted travel meeting point - Booking office main entrance. Please notify a member of staff.
WiFi
Great Western Railway offer free WiFi access. Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi"
Parking
Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP
Open 24 hours a day.
Taxi Rank
Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi, please approach a member of staff.
Bicycle Parking
Storage sheltered Yes
Storage location Platforms 1 and 5
Storage spaces 82
Storage CCTV Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
How many platforms does Taunton station have?
Taunton Station has 6 platforms.
What time does Taunton train station open?
Taunton train station usually opens just before the day's first train departs.
What line is Taunton station on?
Taunton Station is on the Great Western Main Line with trains running to Reading.