What is the cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Somerset?

The cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Somerset is to bus via Bristol which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Sussex to Somerset?

The fastest way to get from West Sussex to Somerset is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between West Sussex and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from West Sussex station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Verriers via North Terminal Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between West Sussex and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from West Sussex to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Billingshurst and arriving at Taunton via Gatwick Airport and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from West Sussex to Somerset?

The distance between West Sussex and Somerset is 186 miles. The road distance is 135 miles.

How do I travel from West Sussex to Somerset without a car?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from West Sussex to Somerset?

It takes approximately 5h to get from West Sussex to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Somerset bus from?

West Sussex to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from West Sussex to Somerset?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Somerset is to train which takes 5h and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the West Sussex to Somerset bus arrive?

West Sussex to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the West Sussex to Somerset train arrive?

West Sussex to Somerset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from West Sussex to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between West Sussex to Somerset is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from West Sussex to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 806+ hotels available in Somerset.

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There are 4 ways to get from West Sussex to Somerset by train, bus, or car

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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 / ...
5h
£77–153
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
6h 36m
£28–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Verriersbus 502
6h 29m
£41–87
Drive 134.2 mi
1. Drive from West Sussex to Somersetcar 134.2 mi
2h 58m
£33–47

West Sussex to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 184.7 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between West Sussex, England and Somerset, England?

You can take a train from Billingshurst to Shovel Lane via Gatwick Airport, Reading, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Billingshurst to Verriers via Horsham, Railway Station, North Terminal Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 29m.

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