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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Blackpool is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 10h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via County Hall and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Blackpool?

The distance between Ilminster and Blackpool is 269 miles. The road distance is 253.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs £45 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Ilminster to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Blackpool bus from?

Ilminster to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Train or bus from Ilminster to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Blackpool is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs £45 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Ilminster to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilminster to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Blackpool is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Ilminster to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1756+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Ilminster to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Taunton to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 26m
£45–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Station101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
10h 24m
£36–80
Drive 252.3 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Blackpool252.3 mi
4h 19m
£62–89
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
10h 56m

Ilminster to Blackpool by bus and train

108Weekly Services

6h 26mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ilminster to Blackpool.

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Distance: 267.8 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Blackpool North via Waterstones, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orchard Vale to National Express Coach Facility via Waterstones, County Hall, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 24m.

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