The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Taunton
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Taunton will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £65.
To travel from Cambridge to Taunton you need to make at least one change.
NX727 · NX502
NX727 · NX502
NX728 · NX504
NX727 · NX201 · NX101
NX727 · NX202 · NX502
NX727 · NX502
NX727 · NX502
NX728 · NX504
NX727 · NX202 · NX502
NX727 · NX201 · NX101Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cambridge to Taunton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £64, and a coach costs an average of £71.
Distance: 258 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£71 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge to Taunton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Taunton coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:00 Cambridge | 7h35 | 22:35 Taunton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
NX727 · NX201 · NX101 | 03:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 8h05 | 11:55 Taunton, St John's (St Church Park) | 2 changes | |
NX727 · NX502 | 08:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 6h45 | 14:45 Taunton, St John's (St Church Park) | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX202 · NX502 | 09:20 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 8h00 | 17:20 Taunton, St John's (St Church Park) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Taunton
Buses from Cambridge to Taunton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £64 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 21:17. The fastest coach covers the 258 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 258 km |
Average bus duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 21:17 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Cambridge to TauntonYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Taunton with Megabus for as low as £64. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Taunton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Taunton 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
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