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City museum on Bristol’s docks covering local history, industry, people, and transport in a lively waterfront setting.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Taunton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton to Bristol will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 6 buses that leave Taunton for Bristol on Sun, Jul 12, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Taunton to Bristol:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taunton to Bristol costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
Tickets start at around $8 (€6) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 1h 18m versus 1h 5m 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 Megabus, FlixBus, National Express.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
The table below shows live departures for Taunton to Bristol buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:55 AM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 1h30 | 9:25 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 1h10 | 10:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 1h05 | 11:10 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX502 | 10:25 AM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 1h40 | 12:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 1h10 | 11:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX101 · NX104 | 11:55 AM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 3h35 | 3:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 1h10 | 2:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 1h30 | 7:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 PM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 1h05 | 6:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX101 | 5:55 PM Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 1h35 | 7:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 1h20 | 10:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Taunton to Bristol run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Bristol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bristol trip today.
City museum on Bristol’s docks covering local history, industry, people, and transport in a lively waterfront setting.
Major museum and gallery with art, archaeology, natural history, and Egyptian collections near the University area.
Award-winning ship museum and visitor attraction telling the story of Brunel’s pioneering steamship.
Lively waterfront walking area with museums, public art, boats, and some of the city’s most photogenic views.
Elegant neighborhood of terraces, boutiques, and leafy streets, ideal for strolling near the bridge.
Historic covered market area and surrounding lanes with strong local character in Bristol Old City.
Traditional West Country cider made from local apples. Bristol has a strong cider culture, and local ciders are a classic drink to try in pubs and cider houses.
A lightly sweet enriched bun with currants and sugar, strongly associated with nearby Bath and commonly found across Bristol and the wider region.
Famous hard cheese from Somerset, just south of Bristol. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods and appears in ploughman’s lunches and pub menus.
Small, acclaimed modern British restaurant in Wapping Wharf shipping containers, known for seasonal tasting-style plates and warm service.
Well-known Spanish tapas restaurant near Bristol Harbourside, praised for wood-fired cooking, quality ingredients, and a lively dining room.
Established basement steakhouse and grill known for dry-aged beef, strong cocktails, and a stylish atmosphere in central Bristol.
Generally cheaper than London but pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are moderate, while budget eats and buses offer good value.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. No tip expected for pubs, cafés, or counter service, but small change is appreciated.
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