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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ilminster is to bus and line 30 bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ilminster is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Market House via Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ilminster?

The distance between Cardiff and Ilminster is 98 miles. The road distance is 85 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ilminster without a car is to train and line 30 bus via Bristol which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Cardiff to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ilminster bus from?

Cardiff to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to Ilminster bus arrive?

Cardiff to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ilminster is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Cardiff to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1551+ hotels available in Ilminster.

Cardiff to Ilminster - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Ilminster by train, bus, or car

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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 Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Market Housebus 30
2h 54m
£34–70
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to County Hallbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Market Housebus 30
3h
£14–25
Drive 84.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ilminstercar 84.6 mi
1h 36m
£21–31
Train, line 30 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to North Streetbus 30
3h 1m
£38–70

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Distance: 97.1 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Market House via County Hall and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 3h.

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