The average train between Taunton and South Wales takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Taunton to South Wales. 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 Taunton and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Taunton is at 9:43 PM which arrives into South Wales at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Taunton to South Wales? 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 Taunton to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Taunton station and arriving at South Wales station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Taunton to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.
Taunton to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cwmbach station.
Book your Taunton to South Wales train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Taunton and South Wales is 78.9 km. The road distance is 169 km.
You can take a train from Taunton to Cwmbach via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 3h 2m.