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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shudehill | Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Taunton
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 £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Taunton?
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- 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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Based on 12186 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £17
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Taunton
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Taunton?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Taunton start from £17. The average price for this route is around £24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Taunton?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Taunton is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 172 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Taunton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Taunton?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Taunton at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 18:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Taunton?
A bus journey from Manchester to Taunton produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Taunton was searched and found on 4 Feb 2026 with a price of £18To 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 £18 to £49 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 £19, which is on 2026-02-07.
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