Canterbury to Taunton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Taunton

Showing times and prices for 28 May

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

7 h 45 m

Average duration

7 h 58 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

293 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

To travel from Canterbury to Taunton you need to make at least 3 changes.

  • National Express
    10:208h10
    Canterbury
    18:30Taunton
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    4 changes
  • National Express
    10:208h10
    Canterbury
    18:30Taunton
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    3 changes
  • National Express
    14:457h45
    Canterbury
    22:30Taunton
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    4 changes
  • National Express
    14:457h45
    Canterbury
    22:30Taunton
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    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Canterbury to Taunton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £63.

Distance: 293 km

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Train

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

£63

Average Price

8h 40m

Average total duration

8h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 50m

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3h 20m

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Live departures

Canterbury to Taunton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Taunton coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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National Express10:20 Canterbury
8h10
18:30 Taunton4 changes
National Express10:20 Canterbury
8h10
18:30 Taunton3 changes
National Express14:45 Canterbury
7h45
22:30 Taunton4 changes
National Express14:45 Canterbury
7h45
22:30 Taunton3 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Canterbury to Taunton coaches with Omio?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Taunton

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Buses from Canterbury to Taunton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 20:03. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 8h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
293 km
Average bus duration
8h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Buses per day
9
Fastest bus
8h 10m
First bus
2:20
Last bus
20:03
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to TauntonYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Taunton with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 10m
Cheapest Price
£28
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Canterbury to Taunton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Canterbury to Taunton can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Canterbury to Taunton is £28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Canterbury to Taunton is 8h 10m to travel the 293 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Canterbury to Taunton leaves at 2:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Canterbury to Taunton leaves at 20:03.
There are 9 coaches a day from Canterbury to Taunton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Canterbury to Taunton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Taunton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Canterbury and Taunton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Canterbury , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Canterbury, University Of Kent, Canterbury, Bus Station, Whitstable, Clapham Hill . When arriving in Taunton , you can end your route in coach stations like Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Canterbury, University Of Kent, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Taunton from Canterbury is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Taunton is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and Taunton including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Canterbury to Taunton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Taunton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Canterbury to Taunton depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Canterbury to Taunton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Taunton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Taunton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Taunton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Canterbury to Taunton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Taunton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Canterbury to Taunton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Taunton

Canterbury
Taunton
The major coach station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury, University Of Kent. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury, University Of Kent for your trip from Canterbury to Taunton.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
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information
address
Address
University of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
University Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Canterbury, University Of Kent
  • Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
Canterbury, St. Georges Lane
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