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 £14 - £35 and takes 9h 19m.

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, Shudehill Interchange, Bristol Bus Station and Ilminster Road Busway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

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 via Birmingham which takes 6h 40m and costs £35 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m 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 via Birmingham which takes 6h 40m and costs £35 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 9h 19m.

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 1454+ hotels available in Ilminster.

Blackpool to Ilminster - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 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 via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 40m
£39–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Taunton BP Garagebus
9h 19m
£14–35
Drive 252.1 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Ilminstercar 252.1 mi
4h 21m
£61–88
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter, train
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 2m
£85–304
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Tauntontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
6h 57m
£43–196
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Taunton BP Garagebus
9h 28m
£25–62
Train to Liverpool, fly to Bristol Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huytontrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
3. Take the bus from Bristol Airport to Taunton BP Garagebus
8h 53m
£66–151

Blackpool to Ilminster by train and bus

103Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Ilminster.

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Distance: 268.8 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Market House via Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Bristol Bus Station, Taunton BP Garage, and Ilminster Road Busway in around 9h 19m.

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