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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Ilminster is to bus and line 30 bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Ilminster is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter station to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Orchard Vale via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Exeter to Ilminster?

The distance between Exeter and Ilminster is 46 miles. The road distance is 34.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Ilminster without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 1h 31m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Exeter to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Ilminster bus from?

Exeter to Ilminster bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Ilminster bus arrive?

Exeter to Ilminster bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Rail Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Ilminster is 34 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Exeter to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1558+ hotels available in Ilminster.

Exeter to Ilminster - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Ilminster by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Market Housebus 30
1h 31m
£16–31
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Orchard Valebus 30
2h 43m
£5–8
Drive 33.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Ilminstercar 33.9 mi
43 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exeter to Ilminstertaxi 33.9 mi
43 min
£70–90
Train, line 30 bus via Axminster
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminstertrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Orchard Valebus 30
1h 52m
£13–27

Exeter to Ilminster by train and bus

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.4 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Orchard Vale via Rail Station in around 2h 43m.

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