What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ilminster?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ilminster is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 10h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ilminster?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ilminster is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Market House via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and The Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 12m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Ilminster?

The distance between Blackpool and Ilminster is 270 miles. The road distance is 253.6 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Ilminster without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ilminster without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £40 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Ilminster?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Blackpool to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ilminster bus from?

Blackpool to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Ilminster?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ilminster is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £40 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 10h 12m.

Where does the Blackpool to Ilminster bus arrive?

Blackpool to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Ilminster is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Blackpool to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1447+ hotels available in Ilminster.

Blackpool to Ilminster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Ilminster by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 52m
£40–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to County Hallbus 101
10h 12m
£30–71
Drive 252.1 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Ilminstercar 252.1 mi
4h 21m
£61–88
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
6h 4m
£86–314
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain
7h 44m
£46–234

Blackpool to Ilminster by train and bus

101Weekly Services

6h 52mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Ilminster.

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Distance: 268.7 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Ilminster, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Market House via Preston, Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Station, Town Centre H, and The Parade in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Market House via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, County Hall, and The Parade in around 10h 12m.

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