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Museum of Somerset
Somerset’s main museum inside Taunton Castle, covering archaeology, local history, natural history, and the county’s heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 07
$24
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$38
Fastest journey on Sep 07
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
4 h 8 m
Buses on Sep 07
12
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Taunton will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
On Mon, Sep 07, we found 12 buses from London to Taunton, including 7 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 07 the direct buses cover the 214 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a flight costs an average of $339.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $339 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Taunton:
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Taunton costing on average $75 (€60).
A bus is $322 (€260) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Taunton costing on average $339 (€274).
Other travel options to Taunton take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 42m.
Flight takes on average 8h 5m.
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $72 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $55 (€44). The journey takes 3h 42m versus 3h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 7h41 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Taunton buses for today, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX504 | 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 11:35 PM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX406 · NX504 | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 4:40 AM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h41 | 7:40 AM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 12:20 PM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX502 | 10:20 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 4h30 | 2:50 PM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 1 transfer | |
NX502 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 2:50 PM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 · NX105 | 10:50 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 6h55 | 5:45 PM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h10 | 3:40 PM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 · NX105 | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 5:45 PM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX502 | 1:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 6h40 | 8:30 PM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 8:25 PM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX502 | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 8:30 PM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from London to Taunton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Taunton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Taunton trip today.
Somerset’s main museum inside Taunton Castle, covering archaeology, local history, natural history, and the county’s heritage.
Gallery and arts centre showing contemporary exhibitions, crafts, and community arts in a respected regional venue.
Creative venue with changing visual arts displays, performance spaces, and events that support Somerset artists and audiences.
Pleasant riverside park popular for walks, boating, and family time, with green space close to the centre.
Central shopping street with historic buildings, independent shops, and easy access to many of Taunton’s main sights.
Attractive Georgian avenue lined with major civic buildings, ideal for a short heritage walk near the town centre.
A traditional Somerset cider made from local apples. It is central to local farming culture and widely enjoyed in pubs and cider houses across the county.
A hard, tangy cow's milk cheese made in Somerset. It is one of England's best-known regional foods and a staple on local menus and cheeseboards.
A rich apple cake from Somerset, often spiced and made with local cider or apples. It reflects the county's long apple-growing and baking traditions.
Respected gastropub just outside Taunton, praised for seasonal British cooking, local produce, and a cosy village atmosphere.
Established Taunton restaurant known for steak, seafood, and polished service. Smart but approachable atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Popular independent café and restaurant with modern British brunches, lunch plates, coffee, and cakes in a stylish central setting.
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, pubs, and casual meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes if service was good.
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Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) -> Taunton Parade, Taunton
A major town in Somerset, Taunton is a popular destination for visitors to the West Country, handy for hikers heading to Exmoor or vacation makers planning a stay in cider country. As a stopping point on most bus routes to Devon and Cornwall, there are frequent direct buses from London to Taunton. Journey times from the capital average around four hours, with connections available in the morning, afternoon, evening and late at night, making it easy to find the right bus connection from the capital to Somerset.
The UK's national bus operator, National Express, provides direct buses from London Victoria bus Station to Taunton Tower Street terminus. Additional indirect services with National Express involve a change at Bristol Marlborough Street bus Station.
The fastest direct National Express buses from London to Taunton are late-evening connections taking three hours and 25 minutes to cover the 133-mile road route west to Somerset. Other direct trips take 15 minutes to an hour longer, depending on traffic conditions. Indirect journeys take from four hours and 35 minutes to more than seven hours.
The National Express schedule offers seven daily direct buses from London to Taunton. Departure times include two morning services, two afternoon coaches, two evening connections and a late-night departure leaving London a little before midnight. In addition, there are 11 daily indirect connections requiring a change in Bristol, with departure times from early morning to late afternoon.
Departure bus station: London Victoria bus Station is located on the south-western side of central London, served by bus routes with nearby stops on Buckingham Palace Road and by Underground trains on three lines at the nearby subway station. Facilities at the terminus include cash points, a baggage storage office, cafes, bakeries, food market, fast food outlets and a cab rank.
Arrival bus station: Taunton Tower Street Bus Station is situated on the north-eastern side of the town centre, close to local bus stops and cab ranks. Facilities at the bus station are limited, but there are coffee shops, supermarkets, cash points and a shopping centre within a few minutes' walk.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Taunton by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Taunton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Taunton buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Taunton, St John's (St Church Park) station pair, with some services arriving at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis). Use this guide to compare London and Taunton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Taunton, St John's (St Church Park) has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Taunton, St John's (St Church Park).
Available at Taunton, St John's (St Church Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Taunton, St John's (St Church Park): Bike Parking.
Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) is 2 km from Taunton city centre. Public transport options include:
Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Available within the BP Londis store.
Wi-Fi is available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis). ATMs are available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis).
Ticket office support is available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis).
Available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis): Store accessible to wheelchair users.
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