Travel Guides
Driving directions to Taunton:
From Bristol: Take the M5 southbound, exit at junction 25 and follow the A358 towards Taunton.
From Exeter: Take the M5 northbound, exit at junction 25 and follow the A358 towards Taunton.
From London: Take the M4 westbound, then the M5 southbound, exit at junction 25 and follow the A358 towards Taunton.
Rail directions to Taunton:
Taunton railway station is situated in the centre of town and is served by Great Western Railway and CrossCountry trains. From London Paddington, it takes approximately 2 hours to reach Taunton.
Suggestions for getting to Taunton:
If you're in the nearby town of Bridgwater, take the A38 towards Taunton which will lead you straight into the town centre.
If you're coming from the north, consider taking the scenic route through Exmoor National Park via the A39.
If you're coming from the south, you could incorporate a trip to the picturesque town of Lyme Regis before heading west along the A358 to Taunton.
The closest airport to Taunton is Bristol Airport, located approximately 30 miles away. The easiest route to Taunton is by taking the A38 from Bristol Airport, and following it all the way to Taunton.