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 Chicago and takes around 17h 10m.

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 Chicago and takes around 17h 10m.

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 (1,537 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,107 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,998 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,459 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,623 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,475 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,435 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,010 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,658 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,915 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (637 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,258 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,289 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (310 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (693 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,409 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (191 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, 1413 reviews)
$99+
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Holiday Inn Express Taunton East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2760 reviews)
$102+
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The Walnut Tree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1617 reviews)
$75+
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Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1870 reviews)
$83+
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Corner House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2147 reviews)
$88+
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The Castle at Taunton
4 stars
Good (7.9, 1111 reviews)
$194+
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Renting a car in Taunton

Renting a car in Taunton costs $43 per day, on average, or $173 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, 26% more expensive than at Exeter.

Expect to pay $7.57 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 $90.85 and $121.13. Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Taunton, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Taunton costs $43 per day, on average, or $173 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, 26% more expensive than at Exeter.

Expect to pay $7.57 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 $90.85 and $121.13. Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Taunton, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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