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 4 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 28 miles from Taunton. The shortest flight to Taunton from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Taunton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 133 miles 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 28 miles from Taunton. The shortest flight to Taunton from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Taunton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 133 miles 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 (1,550 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,129 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,019 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,484 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,259 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,629 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,494 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,449 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,682 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,919 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (633 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,263 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,291 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (313 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,415 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (193 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (580 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Taunton

Most booked hotels in Taunton

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The Bower Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1427 reviews)
$110+
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Holiday Inn Express Taunton East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2781 reviews)
$93+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1635 reviews)
$81+
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Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1881 reviews)
$81+
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Corner House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2164 reviews)
$95+
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Royal Ashton Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1799 reviews)
$91+
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Renting a car in Taunton

Renting a car in Taunton costs $39 per day, on average, or $156 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay $7.65 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 $91.76 and $122.34. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Taunton costs $39 per day, on average, or $156 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay $7.65 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 $91.76 and $122.34. The most frequently booked car type in Taunton is Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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