Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Taunton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Taunton

With a population of 60.433, Taunton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Taunton has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Taunton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Brazz (Castle Bow) and Zekki Restaurant (1 West Street) are great picks.

When to visit Taunton

Taunton in January
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Taunton in January
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Taunton

Plane

Although Taunton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 46 km from Taunton. The shortest flight to Taunton from the United States departs from New York and takes around 15h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Taunton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 214 km from Taunton. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Taunton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 46 km from Taunton. The shortest flight to Taunton from the United States departs from New York and takes around 15h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Taunton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 214 km from Taunton. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Taunton

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Taunton

KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,151 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,496 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,263 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,639 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,500 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,462 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,693 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,921 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (634 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,272 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,295 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (318 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,429 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (196 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (583 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Taunton

Most booked hotels in Taunton

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Holiday Inn Express Taunton East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2791 reviews)
$113+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1657 reviews)
$93+
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Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1894 reviews)
$114+
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Corner House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2189 reviews)
$96+
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Royal Ashton Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1819 reviews)
$91+
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Admiral's Table, Bridgwater by Marston's Inns
3 stars
Good (6.8, 1227 reviews)
$74+
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Renting a car in Taunton

Renting a car in Taunton costs $35 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay $7.84 per gallon in Taunton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.03 and $125.37. Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Taunton, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Taunton costs $35 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay $7.84 per gallon in Taunton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.03 and $125.37. Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Taunton, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

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