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Trains from Poole (POO) to Taunton (TAU)

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18

train journeys
per day

53

miles (85 kms)

2hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

06:24 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Poole (POO) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Poole and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Poole to Taunton is approximately 53 miles (85 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 47 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Poole and Taunton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Poole to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Poole to Taunton Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:24
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:03
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:24
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:07
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:36
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:25
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:07
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:07
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:35
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:24
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:07
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:07
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:34
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:07
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:38
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    15:07
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    16:37
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    19:35
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    17:07
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    19:23
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    22:00
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    20:37
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    23:01
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    22:54
    9 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Poole
    Taunton
    Poole to Taunton

About Poole Station

Station name Poole (POO)
Address Poole station, Serpentine Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BQ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 18:00
Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Taunton Station

Station name Taunton (TAU)
Address Taunton station, Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Poole and Taunton

The travel time between Poole and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Poole and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Poole and Taunton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Poole & Taunton. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Poole and Taunton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Poole and Taunton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.