What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Somerset?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Somerset is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Somerset?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Somerset is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Somerset?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Verriers. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Taunton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Somerset?

The distance between Birmingham and Somerset is 143 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Somerset without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £70 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Somerset?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Birmingham to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Somerset bus from?

Birmingham to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Somerset train from?

Birmingham to Somerset train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Somerset?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Somerset is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Birmingham to Somerset bus arrive?

Birmingham to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Verriers station.

Where does the Birmingham to Somerset train arrive?

Birmingham to Somerset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Somerset is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Birmingham to Somerset.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Somerset?

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Where can I stay near Somerset?

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Birmingham to Somerset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Birmingham to Somerset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 49m
£70–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
3h 32m
£14–23
Drive 122 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Somersetcar 122 mi
2h 7m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
3h 9m
£54–75
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
3h 38m
£20–45
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Verriersbus 101 / ...
3h 50m
£24–60

Birmingham to Somerset by train and bus

110Weekly Services

2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.4 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Somerset, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Taunton hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Huntworth Lane M5 via Bristol Bus Station and Cabot Circus in around 3h 32m.

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