How far is Taunton from Manchester by coach?

The distance between Manchester and Taunton by coach is approximately 175 miles (281 km).

Is there a way to reach Taunton from Manchester without a car?

The best way to go from Manchester to Taunton without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Manchester to Taunton from £14 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Manchester to Taunton on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Shudehill	6h 43m	22:03	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	No tags
Bus	15:55	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	6h 8m	22:03	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	No tags
Bus	09:20	Raby Street (Stop C)	10h 5m	19:25	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	No tags
Bus	09:20	Shudehill	10h 5m	19:25	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	No tags
Bus	16:50	Shudehill	11h 35m	04:25	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Taunton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Taunton. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

174 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£17 - £60	Average duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£37 - £422	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£21 - £33	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Taunton?

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Manchester Airport
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Taunton

A
Taunton Bus Station
2 Tower St, Taunton TA1, UK
B
Blackbrook Park Avenue
Taunton Town Center War Memorial, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1HP, UK

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Taunton

How far is Taunton from Manchester by coach?
The distance between Manchester and Taunton by coach is approximately 175 miles (281 km).
Is there a way to reach Taunton from Manchester without a car?
The best way to go from Manchester to Taunton without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

20/11

No data

21/11

£21

Today

£27

23/11

£14

24/11

£20

25/11

No data

26/11

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27/11

£14

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Taunton was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Taunton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £37 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Taunton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-27.