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 November
Estimated hotel price
£67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Taunton in November
Estimated hotel price
£67
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. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 46 km from Taunton. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from Newcastle upon Tyne 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

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Taunton

KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,188 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,053 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,530 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,513 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,478 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,928 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,723 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (634 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,282 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,302 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (326 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (695 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,438 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (201 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)
£76+
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Mercure Bridgwater
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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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)
£65+
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ibis Bridgwater
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£65+
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Hiring a car in Taunton

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £34 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Taunton.

Expect to pay £1.61 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 £19.27 and £25.70. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £34 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Taunton.

Expect to pay £1.61 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 £19.27 and £25.70. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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