The cheapest and fastest coaches from Taunton to Bristol
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Taunton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton to Bristol will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 3 buses that leave Taunton for Bristol every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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 coach and train for Taunton to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Bristol 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 48m. 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 £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 60 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg 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.
Live departures
Taunton to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Taunton to Bristol coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:50 Taunton | 1h05 | 18:55 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Taunton | 1h05 | 19:05 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
![]() | 10:25 Taunton | 1h40 | 12:05 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Taunton to Bristol coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, National Express or Stagecoach South West to find the best option for your trip from Taunton to Bristol.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, National Express or Stagecoach South West to find the best option for your trip from Taunton to Bristol.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Taunton to Bristol.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Taunton to Bristol
Buses from Taunton to Bristol run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 60 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 60 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, Stagecoach South West from Taunton to BristolYou can travel by bus between Taunton to Bristol with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, Stagecoach South West for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Taunton to Bristol
The distance between Taunton and Bristol is around 45 miles, with buses completing the journey in between 1 hour and 10 minutes and 1 hour and 40 minutes. Buses depart from Ilminster Road Busway in Taunton, arriving at either Anchor Road or Bristol Bus and Coach Station. There are both direct and indirect routes between Taunton and Bristol. There are regular departures throughout the day with buses from Taunton to Bristol departing every 30 minutes during the day and every three hours throughout the night.
FAQs: Taunton to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton to Bristol 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 Bristol, 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 Taunton and Bristol
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A1, A2
Most popular bus connections from Taunton
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