Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 15 m
Buses on 05 Sept
4
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Taunton station (TAU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Taunton station (TAU) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 4 buses from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Taunton station (TAU), including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Taunton station (TAU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 182 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Taunton station (TAU):
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Taunton station (TAU) costing on average £37.
Other travel options to Taunton station (TAU) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 4m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £29. The journey takes 4h 4m versus 2h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Taunton station (TAU) coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h55 | 17:55 Taunton station (TAU) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h35 | 18:40 Taunton station (TAU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Taunton station (TAU) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 16:30. The fastest coach covers the 182 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 182 km |
Average bus duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 16:30 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Taunton station (TAU) by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Taunton station (TAU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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