How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Taunton?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Taunton start from £19. The average price for this route is around £27. 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 8h 45m, covering a distance of 174 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 43m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Taunton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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 18:20.

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.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Taunton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Taunton?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Taunton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Taunton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Manchester to Taunton from £14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Taunton on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Shudehill	11h 15m	04:15	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	8h 25m	20:25	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	Fastest
Bus	11:40	Shudehill	8h 45m	20:25	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	11h 30m	12:15	Taunton Blackbrook Park Avenue	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:11 GMT.

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£19 - £54	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£37 - £416	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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,501 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,281 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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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 £19. The average price for this route is around £27. 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 8h 45m, covering a distance of 174 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 43m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Taunton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
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 18:20.
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.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Taunton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Taunton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Taunton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Taunton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/12

No data

02/12

£22

Today

£19

04/12

No data

05/12

£16

06/12

£16

07/12

No data

08/12

£18

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Taunton was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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 £16 to £53 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 £16, which is on 2025-12-05.