What is the cheapest way to get from Taunton to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to New Forest is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Taunton to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Taunton to New Forest is to drive which takes 2h and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Taunton to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Merry Monk and arriving at St Thomas Mores Church via Library and North Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Bedwyn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Taunton to New Forest?

The distance between Taunton and New Forest is 82 miles. The road distance is 78.5 miles.

How do I travel from Taunton to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Taunton to New Forest without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Taunton to New Forest?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Taunton to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to New Forest bus from?

Taunton to New Forest bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, depart from Merry Monk station.

Where do I catch the Taunton to New Forest train from?

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

Train or bus from Taunton to New Forest?

The best way to get from Taunton to New Forest is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Taunton to New Forest bus arrive?

Taunton to New Forest bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, arrive at Library station.

Where does the Taunton to New Forest train arrive?

Taunton to New Forest train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bedwyn station.

Can I drive from Taunton to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to New Forest is 78 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Taunton to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 502+ hotels available in New Forest.

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There are 5 ways to get from Taunton to New Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bedwyntrain Paignton - London Paddington / ...
2h 17m
£30–65
Drive 78 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Taunton to New Forestcar 78 mi
2h
£19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merry Monk to Librarybus Sf3
2. Take the bus from Library to North Streetbus X5 / ...
4h 39m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindontrain
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Police Stationbus X5
2h 42m
Bus, line 231 bus, line 80 bus
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Bus Stationbus 374
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
3. Take the bus from Guildhall to Bus Stationbus 231 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sheppard Streetbus 55
5. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Lloyds Bankbus 80 / ...
7h 30m

Taunton to New Forest by train and bus

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Distance: 81.7 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Taunton, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Taunton to Bedwyn twice daily. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merry Monk to St Thomas Mores Church via Library and North Street in around 4h 39m.

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