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Sheffield to Taunton Coach Timetable
Coach from Sheffield to Taunton: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Sheffield to Taunton. Traveling by coach from Sheffield to Taunton usually takes around 7 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 178 mi (286 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 25m |
| Cheapest price | £16.87 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Sheffield to Taunton?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Sheffield to Taunton that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 7h 25m | £19.88 |
| National Express | 5 | 8h 0m | £41.84 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Sheffield to Taunton, and usually makes the trip in about 7 hours and 25 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book National Express from Sheffield to Taunton from £33. There are 5 National Express schedules from Sheffield to Taunton and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Taunton. In Sheffield, National Express departs to Taunton from Coach Station and 1 other station. In Taunton, National Express arrives at County Hall Bus Stop and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Sheffield to Taunton takes 8 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Taunton in 6 hours and 25 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Sheffield to Taunton
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 178 miles from Sheffield to Taunton. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Taunton. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Sheffield to Taunton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Sheffield to Taunton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Sheffield to Taunton; ticket prices start at £70.14.
City Information
Sheffield
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Sheffield is also known as the Steel City, mainly for its many innovations during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution. Flash forward to today, and Sheffield is where you'll find modern cityscapes set against beautiful green backdrops; a standout is Peak District National Park.
Paying homage to the city's history, many streets feature steel art structures, and the local museums explore the city's contributions to Britain's steel industry. Sheffield's food scene boasts a plethora of restaurants, microbreweries, and pubs all around. Top picks include Steam Yard, Silversmiths, and Kommune, all located at the city centre.
The most prominent landmarks in Sheffield are the Millennium Gallery, Sheffield Cathedral, Winter Garden, and the Kelham Island Museum. For family fun, check out the Weston Park Museum, Tropical Butterfly House, and Whirlow Hall Farm.
Two trains can take you to Sheffield: Northern Rail and CrossCountry. If you prefer to take a coach, service is available with Megabus and FlixBus.
Taunton
Taunton is the county town of Somerset, in the south of England. Its 1,000-year history gives it a diverse mix of the old and the new and guarantees that there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Take a walk through the newly-pedestrianised streets and take in the vastly diverse architecture that only an ancient town can offer, with the Perpendicular Gothic churches and many Georgian townhouses. Then, visit Taunton Castle for the Museum of Somerset and immerse yourself in the exciting history of the county.
If 21st-century pubs no longer excite you, head to the Tudor Tavern and take in the 16th-century exterior, with the interior said to date back to as early as the 14th century. Although not a tavern anymore, this bygone building is now a cafe, where visitors can sit back, relax, and enjoy the humbling feeling inspired by buildings that have stood the test of time.
For a more modern experience of the town, visit one of Taunton's vast shopping centres, or take a walk down the high street to discover local and independent shops.
Taunton is easily accessible by public transport or by car. National Express coaches run frequent services from many cities throughout the U.K., while Taunton Station provides rail access via the Great Western Railway.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Sheffield?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Interchange is located in northeast Sheffield and consists of a train station, tram stop, and bus/coach station. Pedestrian footbridges connect the coach station building, train platforms, park and ride lot, and tram stop to the Meadowhall shopping centre across the River Don. The coach station building offers amenities, including fast food and restrooms; FlixBus, National Express, and Megabus coaches board in the coach lanes outside of this building. The train platforms serve Northern and TransPennine rail routes, and the tram connects Meadowhall with the centre of Sheffield.
All coach stations in Sheffield:
Meadowhall Interchange
Coach Station
Where does the coach arrive in Taunton?
Main arrival station: Blackbrook Park Ave
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Taunton.
Coach stations in Taunton:
Blackbrook Park Ave
County Hall Bus Stop
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