Shrewsbury to Taunton by train

Explore Shrewsbury to Taunton by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Shrewsbury to Taunton aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of a train ticket between Shrewsbury and Taunton

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €52.72. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Shrewsbury and Taunton

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 38 trains make this journey of 189 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Shrewsbury is at 05:18 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:08.

During the weekend, 05:22 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:26 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 15 minutes.

Shrewsbury to Taunton distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 189 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 5 minutes.

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

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 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.

More information on train travel from Shrewsbury to Taunton

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Taunton city guide to get you started.