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
£62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Taunton in December
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 46 km 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 Inverness and takes around 1h 25m.

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.

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, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Taunton departs from Inverness and takes around 1h 25m.

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.

Airports near Taunton

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Taunton

Lufthansa
Good (8,231 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,229 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,074 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,581 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,536 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,471 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,930 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,765 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (627 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,303 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,302 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (327 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,446 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (204 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (581 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)
£75+
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Mercure Bridgwater
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Corner House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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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 £33 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay £1.66 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 £19.90 and £26.54. 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, 47% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Taunton costs £33 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay £1.66 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 £19.90 and £26.54. 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, 47% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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