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Basingstoke to Taunton

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Basingstoke, Great Britain → Taunton, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Basingstoke to Taunton

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Reading to Taunton
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

First Buses of Somerset

Phone:
0345 646 0707
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/somerset/
Bus from Rail Station to Market
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to Taunton
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$164.55

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Basingstoke to Axminster
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Taunton?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Taunton is to drive which costs $32.61 - $47.83 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Taunton?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Taunton is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Taunton via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Taunton?

The distance between Basingstoke and Taunton is 196 km. The road distance is 164 km.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Taunton without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Taunton?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Basingstoke to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Taunton train from?

Basingstoke to Taunton train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Taunton?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Taunton is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $65.22 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Taunton train arrive?

Basingstoke to Taunton train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Taunton is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Basingstoke to Taunton.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Taunton?

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

There are 620+ hotels available in Taunton. Prices start at $33.73 per night.
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