What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Taunton?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Taunton is to bus via Bristol which costs £20 - £40 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Taunton?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Taunton is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Taunton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Taunton. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Coach Station and arriving at County Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Taunton via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Taunton?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Taunton is 159 miles. The road distance is 148.6 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Taunton without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Taunton?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Gatwick Airport to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Taunton bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Taunton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Taunton train from?

Gatwick Airport to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Taunton?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Taunton is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Taunton bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Taunton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Taunton train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Taunton is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Taunton.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Taunton?

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Gatwick Airport to Taunton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Taunton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 11m
£68–134
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
7h 4m
£21–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
5h 30m
£35–83
Drive 147.8 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Tauntoncar 147.8 mi
3h 8m
£36–52
Fly to Exeter, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
3h 59m
£101–197
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
5h 4m
£84–175

Gatwick Airport to Taunton by train

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Taunton, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Taunton via Reading in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to County Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 30m.

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