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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Taunton is to train and bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Taunton is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Taunton via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Kent to Taunton?

The distance between Kent and Taunton is 212 miles. The road distance is 186.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Taunton without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 37m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Kent to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Taunton train from?

Kent to Taunton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Taunton train arrive?

Kent to Taunton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Taunton is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Kent to Taunton.

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

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

There are 790+ hotels available in Taunton.

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

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

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 37m
£95–187
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Taunton BP Garagebus Uk045 / ...
6h 44m
£42–75
Drive 185.4 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Tauntoncar 185.4 mi
3h 20m
£46–66
Train, fly to Bristol Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
4. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Blackbrook BP Garagebus
7h 59m
£101–271
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 4m
£87–170
Train, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
7h 4m
£138–312

Kent to Taunton by train, foot, and bus

28Weekly Services

6h 44mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.5 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Taunton via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 37m.

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