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Trip Summary
There are 16 daily trains from Taunton to Longford. Traveling by train from Taunton to Longford usually takes around 3 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest Great Western Railway + Connections train can make the trip in 2 hours and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 119 mi (192 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 28m |
| Lowest price | £49.21 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Taunton to Longford?
2 train services operate from Taunton to Longford. Great Western Railway + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 12 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 4 | 3h 27m | £95.12 |
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 12 | 3h 43m | £100.13 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Taunton to Longford start from £74, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Longford. CrossCountry + Connections in Taunton leaves from Taunton Train Station . And in Longford trains arrive at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and one other train station.
From Taunton to Longford train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 3 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Longford faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 28 minutes.
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Taunton to Longford start from £49, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Longford. Great Western Railway + Connections in Taunton leaves from Taunton Train Station . And in Longford trains arrive at Heathrow Airport London Terminal 4 and one other train station.
From Taunton to Longford train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 3 hours and 43 minutes. If you are looking to get to Longford faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 28 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Taunton to Longford on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Taunton at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Longford to Taunton.
City Information
Taunton
Taunton is the county town of Somerset, in the south of England. Its 1,000-year history gives it a diverse mix of the old and the new and guarantees that there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Take a walk through the newly-pedestrianised streets and take in the vastly diverse architecture that only an ancient town can offer, with the Perpendicular Gothic churches and many Georgian townhouses. Then, visit Taunton Castle for the Museum of Somerset and immerse yourself in the exciting history of the county.
If 21st-century pubs no longer excite you, head to the Tudor Tavern and take in the 16th-century exterior, with the interior said to date back to as early as the 14th century. Although not a tavern anymore, this bygone building is now a cafe, where visitors can sit back, relax, and enjoy the humbling feeling inspired by buildings that have stood the test of time.
For a more modern experience of the town, visit one of Taunton's vast shopping centres, or take a walk down the high street to discover local and independent shops.
Taunton is easily accessible by public transport or by car. National Express coaches run frequent services from many cities throughout the U.K., while Taunton Station provides rail access via the Great Western Railway.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Taunton?
Main departure station: Taunton Train Station
There is one train station in Taunton.
All train stations in Taunton:
Taunton Train Station
Where is the train station in Longford?
Main arrival station: Heathrow Airport London Terminal 4
Longford receives travelers from Taunton at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Longford:
Heathrow Airport London Terminal 4
London Heathrow Airport - Arrivals Terminal 5
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