The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Taunton
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Taunton will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Exeter for Taunton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter to Taunton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 44 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Exeter to Taunton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Taunton coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX504 | 03:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0h45 | 04:40 Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX504 | 04:00 Exeter, Honiton Road | 0h40 | 04:40 Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0h45 | 09:55 Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0h45 | 13:05 Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX101 | On time 16:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1h05 | 18:00 Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0h45 | 17:40 Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX101 | 17:15 Exeter, Honiton Road | 0h45 | 18:00 Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:25 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0h50 | 21:15 Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Taunton
Buses from Exeter to Taunton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 44 km distance in 40m.
Distance 44 km |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, Greenslades Tours, Stagecoach South West, FlixBus from Exeter to TauntonYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Taunton with Megabus, National Express, Greenslades Tours, Stagecoach South West, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Exeter to Taunton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Taunton
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the station (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 4, 9, 56
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