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Compare train and coach for Shrewsbury to Taunton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 190 km
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4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Shrewsbury to Taunton train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Taunton trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 07:32 Shrewsbury | 3h26 | 10:58 Taunton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Shrewsbury to Taunton by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Taunton
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Trains from Shrewsbury to Taunton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 15:53. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 3h 26m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 15:53 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to Taunton trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Taunton from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
West Midlands Trains frequency
12 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest Price
£88
Transport for Wales frequency
13 a day
FAQs: Shrewsbury to Taunton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Taunton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Taunton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Taunton, a visit of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to enjoy its local attractions, parks, and historic sites.
The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Taunton is by coach, costing approximately £39.
The train journey from Shrewsbury to Taunton offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the English countryside and the rolling hills of Shropshire and Somerset.
The train distance from Shrewsbury to Taunton is 190 km.
A day trip from Shrewsbury to Taunton is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 26m. The distance is 190 km, with a frequency of 5 trains per day.
Booking trains from Shrewsbury to Taunton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Shrewsbury to Taunton departs at 15:53.
The cost of a train ticket from Shrewsbury to Taunton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £45.
There is no night train service from Shrewsbury to Taunton.
The train journey from Shrewsbury to Taunton covers a distance of 190 km and takes approximately 3h 26m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Shrewsbury that goes to Taunton is Shrewsbury station (SHR), and it arrives at Taunton station (TAU).
The first train from Shrewsbury to Taunton leaves at 5:10.
Trains from Shrewsbury to Taunton run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Shrewsbury to Taunton.
Yes, you can take the train from Shrewsbury to Taunton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Shrewsbury to Taunton.
To get from Shrewsbury to Taunton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Taunton
Shrewsbury
Taunton
The major train station for departures in Shrewsbury is Shrewsbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shrewsbury for your trip from Shrewsbury to Taunton.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4a. The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Shrewsbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Taunton is Taunton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Taunton for your journey to Taunton from Shrewsbury.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Please note: 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
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Please request staff assistance. No public phones are accessible.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Taunton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Adjacent to the taxi rank by the archway exit from Platform 2
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