What is the cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton?

The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 5h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton?

The fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Taunton?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Marlowes and arriving at County Hall via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead and arriving at Taunton via Harrow & Wealdstone station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Taunton is 166 miles. The road distance is 151.9 miles.

How do I travel from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton without a car?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £70 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Taunton bus from?

Hemel Hempstead to Taunton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Taunton train from?

Hemel Hempstead to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Taunton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Taunton train arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemel Hempstead to Taunton is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Hemel Hempstead to Taunton.

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Hemel Hempstead to Taunton - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 1 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 2m
£72–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
5h 51m
£30–71
Line 1 bus, line 850 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to High Wycombe BusStnbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Forbury Roadbus 850
3. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain
4h 52m
£55–102
Drive 151 mi
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Tauntoncar 151 mi
2h 50m
£37–53

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Taunton, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Taunton hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to County Hall 5 times a day. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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