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

Taunton travel guide

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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 March
Estimated hotel price
£69
1 night at 3-star hotel
Taunton in March
Estimated hotel price
£69
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 28 miles from Taunton. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from London and takes around 6h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Taunton. The train station in Taunton is called Taunton, and is located 0.6 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Taunton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 133 miles from Taunton. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, 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 107 miles and will cost you around £18. From London, the ticket costs about £21 for a journey of 260 miles. The most popular bus station is Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue, located 1.6 miles from the city centre of Taunton. Taunton Flook House is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Taunton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 28 miles from Taunton. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from London and takes around 6h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Taunton. The train station in Taunton is called Taunton, and is located 0.6 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Taunton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 133 miles from Taunton. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, 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 107 miles and will cost you around £18. From London, the ticket costs about £21 for a journey of 260 miles. The most popular bus station is Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue, located 1.6 miles from the city centre of Taunton. Taunton Flook House is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Taunton

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Taunton

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,871 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,001 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,324 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,502 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,888 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (640 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,199 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,260 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (302 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (685 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,320 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (185 reviews)
AccesRail
IndiGo
Good (550 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Taunton

Most booked hotels in Taunton

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The Bower Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Holiday Inn Express Taunton East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£51+
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Mercure Bridgwater
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Corner House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Hiring a car in Taunton

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £47 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Exeter.

Expect to pay £1.47 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 £17.59 and £23.45. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £47 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Exeter.

Expect to pay £1.47 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 £17.59 and £23.45. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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