Is there a direct train from Taunton to Shrewsbury?

The journey between Taunton and Shrewsbury usually involves 10 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Taunton to Shrewsbury every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Taunton to Shrewsbury?

The Taunton to Shrewsbury train travel takes about 3 hours and 7 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Taunton to Shrewsbury train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Shrewsbury leaving Taunton at around 05:12 and the last train leaving at around 23:00.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Taunton at around 05:13, with the final departure at 21:36.

Taunton to Shrewsbury by train

First train

05:12
Last train

23:00

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

3hr 7m

Distance

189 kilometres
Trains per day

41

Avg. journey time

4hr 17m
Train operators

Taking the train from Taunton to Shrewsbury

Ready to book a trip from Taunton to Shrewsbury by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Taunton and Shrewsbury: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from CA$76.70, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

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Train schedule for travel between Taunton and Shrewsbury

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 41 trains make this journey of 189 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Taunton is at 05:12 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:00.

During the weekend, 05:13 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:36 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 16 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Taunton to Shrewsbury?

On this route spanning 189 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 7 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Taunton and Shrewsbury?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your Taunton to Shrewsbury travels

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Taunton to Shrewsbury by train?

The train journey between Taunton and Shrewsbury covers 189 kilometres.

How much does the train from Taunton to Shrewsbury cost?

The minimum fare on this route is CA$76.70. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

How far in advance can I book my Taunton to Shrewsbury train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 and a half months in advance.

How long does the train take from Taunton to Shrewsbury?

The fastest travel time is 3 hours and 7 minutes.

Shrewsbury to Taunton by train

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