London to Taunton bus with National Express

Buses from London to 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.  

Which bus companies travel from London to Taunton?

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. 

How long is the bus from London to Taunton?

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. 

How many buses are there from London to Taunton?

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. 

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Taunton?

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.