The average train between Newtown and Taunton takes 5h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Newtown 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 Newtown and Taunton. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newtown is at 8:45 PM which arrives into Taunton at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Newtown to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Newtown station and arriving at Taunton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.
Newtown to Taunton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newtown (Powys) station.
Newtown to Taunton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Taunton station.
Book your Newtown to Taunton train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Newtown and Taunton is 167.3 km. The road distance is 337 km.
You can take a train from Newtown (Powys) to Taunton via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 47m.