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How to get fromCardiff to Ilminsterby train, bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Ilminster by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 30 bus via Bristol

    best
    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
    2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
    3. Take the bus from The Parade to Market Housebus30
    2h 47m
  2. Drive 84.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Cardiff to Ilminstercar84.5 mi
    1h 35m
    £21–31
  3. Train, line 30 bus

    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TauntontrainCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
    2. Take the bus from The Parade to Market Housebus30
    3h 2m

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ilminster, England?

There is no direct connection from Cardiff to Ilminster. However, you can take the train to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Taunton, walk to Taunton Station, take the bus to The Parade, then take the line 30 bus to Market House. Alternatively, you can drive from Cardiff to Ilminster in around 1h 35m.

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