The average train between Welshpool and Taunton takes 5h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Welshpool to Taunton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Welshpool and Taunton. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Taunton at 11:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Taunton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.
Welshpool to Taunton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Welshpool station.
Welshpool to Taunton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Taunton station.
Book your Welshpool to Taunton train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Welshpool and Taunton is 183 km. The road distance is 315 km.
You can take a train from Welshpool to Taunton via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 28m.