The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Taunton takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is an hourly train service from Merthyr Tydfil 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 hourly between Merthyr Tydfil and Taunton. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merthyr Tydfil is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Taunton at 11:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 16m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Taunton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil station and arriving at Taunton station via Cardiff Central station and Bristol Temple Meads station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.
Merthyr Tydfil to Taunton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.
Merthyr Tydfil to Taunton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Taunton station.
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The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Taunton is 83.7 km. The road distance is 146 km.
You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Taunton via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 57m.