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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Taunton is to rideshare which costs £4 - £10 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Taunton is to train which takes 29 min and costs £20 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Taunton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at County Hall. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Taunton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Taunton. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Bristol to Taunton?

The distance between Bristol and Taunton is 45 miles. The road distance is 45.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £20 - £40.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Taunton takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Taunton bus from?

Bristol to Taunton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Taunton train from?

Bristol to Taunton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Taunton?

The best way to get from Bristol to Taunton is to train which takes 29 min and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £21 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Bristol to Taunton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Taunton is 45 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Bristol to Taunton.

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

Book your Bristol to Taunton train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Taunton?

Book your Bristol to Taunton bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Taunton?

There are 808+ hotels available in Taunton.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Taunton?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bristol and Taunton. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bristol to Taunton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

How to get fromBristol to Taunton

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Taunton by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
29 min
£20–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Tauntonrideshare 45.6 mi
1h 16m
£4–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
1h 45m
£8–21
Drive 44.9 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Tauntoncar 44.9 mi
57 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol to Tauntontaxi 44.9 mi
57 min
£120–150

Bristol to Taunton by train

288Weekly Trains

29 minAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bristol to Taunton.

Launch map view

Distance: 44.5 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Taunton hourly. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 29 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to County Hall 3 times a day. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.