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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Taunton is to bus and line 376 bus which costs £14 - £26 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Taunton is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Taunton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at County Hall. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Taunton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Taunton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Taunton?

The distance between Birmingham and Taunton is 135 miles. The road distance is 129.3 miles.

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

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

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

The train from Birmingham New Street to Taunton takes 2h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Taunton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Taunton train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham to Taunton?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Taunton is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Birmingham to Taunton bus arrive?

Birmingham to Taunton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Where does the Birmingham to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Taunton is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Birmingham to Taunton.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Taunton?

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

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Birmingham to Taunton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 376 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Taunton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 2m
£70–110
Bus, line 376 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
5h 29m
£15–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to County Hallbus 101 / ...
4h 15m
£26–65
Drive 128.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Tauntoncar 128.6 mi
2h 12m
£32–46

Birmingham to Taunton by train

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Taunton hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to County Hall 3 times a day. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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