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

341.3 miles 549.2 km · straight line
408.9 miles actual route 658 km · driving distance
7h 51min estimated drive time
£62 - £76 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
179° S bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Taunton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Edinburgh to Taunton, United Kingdom is 341.3 miles (549.2 km) as the crow flies. Taunton, United Kingdom is located S of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 408.9 miles, taking about 7h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Taunton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 51min £62 - £76 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 25min $33–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 27min $49–$143* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Taunton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 114 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM