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

129.9 miles 209 km · straight line
158.3 miles actual route 254.7 km · driving distance
3h 26min estimated drive time
£24 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
277° W bearing direction

How far is Brighton, United Kingdom from Taunton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Brighton, United Kingdom to Taunton, United Kingdom is 129.9 miles (209 km) as the crow flies. Taunton, United Kingdom is located W of Brighton, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 158.3 miles, taking about 3h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Brighton, United Kingdom 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 Brighton, United Kingdom to Taunton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 26min £24 - £30 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 7min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 16min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brighton, United Kingdom & Taunton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Brighton, United Kingdom
50.82°N, 0.14°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 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 191.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM