Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Taunton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Taunton

With a population of 60 433, Taunton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Taunton to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Taunton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Brazz (Castle Bow) and Zekki Restaurant (1 West Street) are great picks.

When to visit Taunton

Taunton in April
Estimated hotel price
£66
1 night at 3-star hotel
Taunton in April
Estimated hotel price
£66
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Taunton

Plane

Although Taunton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 46 km from Taunton. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Ryanair, Aurigny Air and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from London and takes around 7h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Taunton. The train journey from Taunton to London takes 3h 40m and costs around £1,046 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Glasgow, expect to pay about £365 for a 10h 36m trip. The train station in Taunton is called Taunton, and is located 0.9 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Taunton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 214 km from Taunton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Taunton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Taunton takes 172 km and will cost you around £19. From London, the ticket costs about £26 for a journey of 418 km. The most popular bus station is Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue, located 2.6 km from the city centre of Taunton. Taunton Flook House is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Taunton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 46 km from Taunton. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Ryanair, Aurigny Air and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from London and takes around 7h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Taunton. The train journey from Taunton to London takes 3h 40m and costs around £1,046 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Glasgow, expect to pay about £365 for a 10h 36m trip. The train station in Taunton is called Taunton, and is located 0.9 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Taunton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 214 km from Taunton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Taunton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Taunton takes 172 km and will cost you around £19. From London, the ticket costs about £26 for a journey of 418 km. The most popular bus station is Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue, located 2.6 km from the city centre of Taunton. Taunton Flook House is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 km from the city centre.

Airports near Taunton

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Taunton

KLM
Good (1,465 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,775 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,250 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,889 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,132 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,542 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (961 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,286 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,467 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,879 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (642 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,181 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (294 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,248 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (680 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,281 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (182 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (541 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Taunton

Most booked hotels in Taunton

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Holiday Inn Express Taunton East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£52+
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Mercure Bridgwater
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£55+
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Corner House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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ibis Bridgwater
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£55+
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Hiring a car in Taunton

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £36 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Taunton.

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Taunton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.00 and £21.33. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £36 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Taunton.

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Taunton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.00 and £21.33. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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