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 December
Estimated hotel price
£63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Taunton in December
Estimated hotel price
£63
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Taunton

Plane

Although Taunton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Exeter Airport (EXT), which is located 38 km from Taunton. Exeter Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, AccesRail, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

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.

Plane

Although Taunton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Exeter Airport (EXT), which is located 38 km from Taunton. Exeter Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, AccesRail, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

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.

Airports near Taunton

EXTExeter
BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Taunton

Lufthansa
Good (8,247 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,238 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,084 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,605 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,450 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,926 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,794 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (619 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,314 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,298 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (326 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,449 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (206 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (582 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 (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Mercure Bridgwater
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Corner House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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Meryan House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Hiring a car in Taunton

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £37 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay £1.74 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 £20.84 and £27.79. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (BMW 1 Series or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £37 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay £1.74 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 £20.84 and £27.79. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (BMW 1 Series or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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