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 October
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Taunton in October
Estimated hotel price
$83
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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 26h 20m.

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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 26h 20m.

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 (1,532 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,087 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,982 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,616 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,471 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,428 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,008 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,634 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,914 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (640 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,252 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,285 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (306 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (689 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,393 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (189 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, 1406 reviews)
$118+
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Holiday Inn Express Taunton East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2746 reviews)
$102+
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The Malt Shovel Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 372 reviews)
$89+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1603 reviews)
$76+
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Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1855 reviews)
$83+
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Corner House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2130 reviews)
$95+
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Renting a car in Taunton

Renting a car in Taunton costs $37 per day, on average, or $147 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, 9% more expensive than at Exeter.

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. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Taunton, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Taunton costs $37 per day, on average, or $147 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, 9% more expensive than at Exeter.

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. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Taunton, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

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