How to travel from London to Taunton

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Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Taunton

Omio 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 train costs an average of $75.

Distance: 132 miles (214 km)

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$75

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3h 26m

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2h 56m

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4h 12m

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from London to Taunton

How to get from London to Taunton by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from London to Taunton is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:30 AM4h10
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    3:40 PMTaunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis)
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:30 AM4h10
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    3:40 PMTaunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis)
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayW34809
    1:03 PM1h40
    London Paddington (PAD)
    2:43 PMTaunton station (TAU)
    $911One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayW34663 · G14977
    5:23 AM2h53
    London Paddington (PAD)
    8:16 AMTaunton station (TAU)
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG14979
    10:36 AM2h00
    London Paddington (PAD)
    12:36 PMTaunton station (TAU)
    $661One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34823
    4:03 PM1h44
    London Paddington (PAD)
    5:47 PMTaunton station (TAU)
    $731One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:59 PM4h16
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    4:15 AMTaunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis)
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 AM4h20
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:20 PMTaunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis)
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:00 PM4h25
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    8:25 PMTaunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis)
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1328+LoganairBA4085
    10:15 AM7h05
    London Heathrow Airport
    5:20 PMExeter International Airport
    $6081One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA1326+LoganairBA4085
    7:15 AM10h05
    London Heathrow Airport
    5:20 PMExeter International Airport
    $6081One-way
    1 transfer
  • LoganairBA4073+BA CityflyerBA8700
    7:00 AM5h50
    London City Airport
    12:50 PMExeter International Airport
    $7961One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from London to Taunton

Travel to Taunton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Taunton.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between London and Taunton including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Taunton is a bus with an average price of $17 (€14).

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).

The fastest way to travel from London to Taunton is by train with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Taunton take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 12m.

Flight takes on average 10h 5m.

The distance from London to Taunton is approximately 132 miles (214 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Taunton is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Taunton as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Taunton:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Exeter International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Paddington (PAD) and arrive in Taunton station (TAU).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Portsmouth Harbour and arrive in Fishbourne.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Taunton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Taunton by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Taunton by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Taunton with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Omio customers who travel from London to Taunton often also extend their vacation to go to Bristol, Minehead, Backwell, Exeter, Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Taunton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Taunton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Taunton's historic sites, enjoy its parks, and experience local dining, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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