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 October
Estimated hotel price
£62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Taunton in October
Estimated hotel price
£62
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. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from London and takes around 6h 15m.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Taunton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 28 miles from Taunton. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from London and takes around 6h 15m.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Taunton

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Taunton

KLM
Good (1,532 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,091 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,985 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,616 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,471 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,431 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,008 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,636 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,914 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (640 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,252 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,285 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (306 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (690 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,393 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (189 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)
£89+
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Holiday Inn Express Taunton East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Mercure Bridgwater
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Corner House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Hiring a car in Taunton

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £38 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Exeter.

Expect to pay £1.52 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 £18.19 and £24.25. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Taunton, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £38 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Exeter.

Expect to pay £1.52 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 £18.19 and £24.25. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Taunton, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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