The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Taunton
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Taunton will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Oxford to Taunton you need to make at least one change.
OLOXT · NX040 · NX101
OLOXT · NX040 · NX101
TALGW · NX502
TALGW · NX202 · NX502
TALHR · NX201 · NX101
TALGW · NX504
TALGW · NX502
TALGW · NX504
TALGW · NX502
TALGW · NX502Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oxford to Taunton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 152 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£49 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Why should you book Oxford to Taunton coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Taunton.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Oxford to Taunton.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Taunton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Oxford to Taunton.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Taunton
Buses from Oxford to Taunton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £28 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 152 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 152 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Oxford to TauntonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Taunton with National Express, Megabus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
FAQs: Oxford to Taunton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Taunton
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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