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Exeter - Taunton Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 36 intercity buses per day from Exeter to Taunton. Traveling by bus from Exeter to Taunton usually takes around 54 minutes, but the fastest Megabus bus can make the trip in 50 minutes.

Distance28 mi (45 km)
Shortest duration0h 50m
Cheapest price$12.36
Trips per day36
Most frequent serviceMegabus
Bus lines1

Price trends for buses from Exeter to Taunton

Monthly avg. prices

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What bus companies travel from Exeter to Taunton?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Exeter to Taunton. Megabus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Megabus360h 55m$14.53
  • Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 54 minutes to cover the 28 miles from Exeter to Taunton. However, the fastest bus only takes 50 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Exeter to Taunton for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Exeter to Taunton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 36 scheduled buses that travel from Exeter to Taunton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Exeter to Taunton without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Exeter to Taunton; ticket prices start at $18.80.

City Information

Exeter

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Located on the River Exe in the southwest of England, Exeter is one of England's most historically-varied towns. It's easy to forget what year it is while walking down the cobbled streets surrounded by Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and Georgian facades interspersed with modern glass buildings and contemporary bars.

One of the greatest examples of this town's historical architecture is Exeter Cathedral. The 12th-century building took around 300 years to complete, but every moment was worth it for the exterior’s extremely detailed stonework. The Royal Albert Memorial Museum is another unmissable building, housing a wide range of attractions from antiquities to zoology.

Take a walk along Exeter's historic quayside for some of the most spectacular scenery in the city, as well as some of Exeter's best bars and restaurants. If you're looking for something to entertain the children, Crealy Great Adventure Park is the place to be. The park contains over 60 rides and an Animal Barn showcasing farm and exotic animals.

Exeter can be easily reached from London via the Great Western Railway, with trains leaving roughly every hour from the city. Trains arrive at Exeter St. David's station, only a short walk away from the city center. In addition, National Express and Megabus provide bus services to the town from various locations across the country.

Taunton

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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-pedestrianized 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 centers, 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 buses 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 bus leave from in Exeter?

Main departure station: Honiton Rd

The bus stop on Honiton Road is part of the Honiton Road Park & Ride, east of Exeter. Ample free parking is available at the Park & Ride, but there are no other facilities apart from the bus shelters. Local buses and National Express coaches pick up passengers at this location, but be sure to check which side of Honiton Road your bus will stop at. Buses exiting the motorway and heading into Exeter's city center will stop on the south side of Honiton Road, next to the Park & Ride. Outbound buses leaving Exeter stop on the opposite side of the street. Outbound National Express buses go to destinations such as Taunton, Bristol, and Plymouth. However, if you're traveling into Exeter, it's very easy to transfer to a local bus at Honiton Road that will take you into the city center.

All bus stations in Exeter:

  • Honiton Rd

  • Sidmouth Rd Bus Stop

Where does the bus arrive in Taunton?

Main arrival station: Blackbrook Park Ave

All buses from Exeter arrive at one main station in Taunton.

All bus stations in Taunton:

  • Blackbrook Park Ave

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