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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 240 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£114 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Derby to Taunton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Taunton:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Taunton costing on average £114.
Other travel options to Taunton take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 2m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (3h 0m by train vs 3h 5m by car). Tickets start at around £114 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Taunton from Derby by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Derby to Taunton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Taunton are Bristol, Bath, Exeter, Cardiff and Plymouth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Taunton on Omio.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Exeter is a compact Devon city known for its Norman cathedral, Roman history and lively quayside. Medieval streets, independent shops and a strong student presence give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.
Plymouth is a naval city in Devon known for its strong maritime history and broad waterfront. The Hoe and Barbican shape its character, while the university gives it a modern, lived-in feel.
Travel to Taunton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Derby to Taunton.
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Taunton:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Taunton costing on average £114.
Other travel options to Taunton take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 2m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Derby and Taunton as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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