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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Taunton is to bus which costs £75 - £130 and takes 13h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Taunton is to fly and train which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Taunton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Taunton Town Centre K via Sewage Works and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Taunton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Taunton. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Taunton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Taunton is 378 miles. The road distance is 410.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs £210 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Edinburgh to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Taunton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Taunton train from?

Edinburgh to Taunton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Taunton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Taunton is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs £210 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £130 and takes 13h 37m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Taunton bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Taunton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Taunton is 411 miles. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Edinburgh to Taunton.

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

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

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Edinburgh to Taunton - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to Taunton by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
4h 11m
£60–158
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
4h 48m
£58–167
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 18m
£210–310
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G3
2. Take the bus from Town Hall to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
13h 37m
£75–124
Drive 408.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Tauntoncar 408.2 mi
6h 58m
£101–145
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
4h 44m
£108–296
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
5h 23m
£79–202
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain
5h 58m
£94–206
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain
9h 14m
£135–267

Edinburgh to Taunton by train

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Distance: 375.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Taunton, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Taunton every 3 hours. Tickets cost £210–310 and the journey takes 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre K via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Sewage Works, and Town Hall in around 13h 37m.

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