Bournemouth to Taunton, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

57 miles 91.8 km · straight line
73.9 miles actual route 118.9 km · driving distance
1h 48min estimated drive time
£11 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
291° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bournemouth from Taunton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bournemouth to Taunton, United Kingdom is 57 miles (91.8 km) as the crow flies. Taunton, United Kingdom is located WNW of Bournemouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 73.9 miles, taking about 1h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bournemouth and Taunton, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bournemouth to Taunton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 48min £11 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 10min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Bournemouth & Taunton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
Taunton, United Kingdom
51.01°N, 3.10°W
Europe/London
22m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 436.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM