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What is the best way to travel from Taunton to Plymouth?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Plymouth from Taunton. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 45m
£5
£23
38
Train
1h 24m
£9
£26
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Plymouth from Taunton?

You can reach Plymouth with just £5 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £6
Tuesday
from £7
Wednesday
from £15
Thursday
from £5
Friday
from £23
Saturday
from £8
Sunday
from £25

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    11:55
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    11:45
    Taunton
    BP Garage
    13:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 55m
    0
    20:25
    Taunton
    BP Garage
    22:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    18:15
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    20:00
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    11:55
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    18:15
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    20:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    23:40
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    01:30
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 56m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £39
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 29m
    0
    07:11
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:40
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £9
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 24m
    0
    08:17
    Taunton
    Central Station
    09:41
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £14
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 48m
    0
    06:16
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:04
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £27
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 37m
    0
    06:55
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:32
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £27

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 29m
    0
    07:11
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:40
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £15
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 36m
    0
    08:55
    Taunton
    Central Station
    10:31
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £29
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 24m
    0
    08:17
    Taunton
    Central Station
    09:41
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £38
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 48m
    0
    06:16
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:04
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £49
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    4h 41m
    0
    15:19
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    20:00
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    23:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 56m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    23:40
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    01:30
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    11:55
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    00:45
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 56m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    4h 12m
    0
    17:43
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    4h 56m
    0
    15:19
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    20:15
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 56m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    11:55
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    19:45
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    23:40
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    01:25
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    5h 23m
    0
    18:27
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:50
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    5h 23m
    0
    08:32
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 20m
    0
    02:50
    Taunton
    Central Station
    05:10
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £29

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    23:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    5h 15m
    0
    08:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    4h 37m
    0
    17:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:40
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 47m
    0
    19:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:50
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    5h 15m
    0
    08:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38

What are the fastest trips from Taunton to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth from Taunton in just 1h 24m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 1h 45m
Tuesday
from 1h 24m
Wednesday
from 1h 24m
Thursday
from 1h 50m
Friday
from 4h 12m
Saturday
from 1h 45m
Sunday
from 4h 10m

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    18:15
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    20:00
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    1h 55m
    0
    20:25
    Taunton
    BP Garage
    22:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    11:55
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    11:45
    Taunton
    BP Garage
    13:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 24m
    0
    08:17
    Taunton
    Central Station
    09:41
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £14
  • CrossCountry
    1h 29m
    0
    07:11
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:40
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £9
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 37m
    0
    06:55
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:32
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £27
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 48m
    0
    06:16
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:04
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £27
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    23:40
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    01:30
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    18:15
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    20:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    11:55
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 56m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £39

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 24m
    0
    08:17
    Taunton
    Central Station
    09:41
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £38
  • CrossCountry
    1h 29m
    0
    07:11
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:40
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £15
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 36m
    0
    08:55
    Taunton
    Central Station
    10:31
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £29
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 48m
    0
    06:16
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:04
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £49
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    23:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    4h 41m
    0
    15:19
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    20:00
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 56m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    23:40
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    01:30
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    11:55
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    00:45
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 56m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    4h 12m
    0
    17:43
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 48m
    0
    19:13
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    00:01
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    4h 56m
    0
    15:19
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    20:15
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 56m
    0
    08:59
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    19:45
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    23:40
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    01:25
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    11:55
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    5h 23m
    0
    18:27
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:50
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    5h 23m
    0
    08:32
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 20m
    0
    02:50
    Taunton
    Central Station
    05:10
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £29

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    23:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    4h 37m
    0
    17:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:40
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    4h 47m
    0
    19:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:50
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    5h 15m
    0
    08:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    5h 15m
    0
    08:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:55
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £38
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Taunton to Plymouth

What are the most popular stations in Taunton and Plymouth?

In Taunton, you will usually depart from Central Station, BP Garage or Castle Green, while in Plymouth you will be arriving at Central Station, Coach Station or Devonport Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Plymouth from Taunton? With 6 connections between 4 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Taunton and Plymouth, you can pay as low as £5 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Plymouth in just 1h 24m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Taunton and Plymouth are National Express, First Wessex of Bristol and Great Western Railway (GWR), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Taunton and Plymouth is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bishops Lydeard or to Torpoint, and look at flights from Cardiff Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Taunton to Plymouth?

The most popular companies between Taunton and Plymouth, are National Express, First Wessex of Bristol and Great Western Railway (GWR). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express, First Wessex of Bristol and FlixBus

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Taunton to Plymouth

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Taunton to Plymouth. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Taunton to Plymouth

How can I reach Plymouth from Taunton?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Plymouth from Taunton.

How far is Plymouth from Taunton?

The distance between Taunton and Plymouth is 101.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Taunton and Plymouth?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 17 kgs, and a flight 25 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Taunton to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth with just £5 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Taunton to Plymouth?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Plymouth in just 1h 24m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).

More routes to Taunton and to Plymouth

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Taunton and to Plymouth. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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