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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £85 - £210 and takes 14h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 5h 49m and costs £65 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Market House and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Hammersmith Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 4m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ilminster and Edinburgh is 392 miles. The road distance is 418.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 20m and costs £160 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Ilminster to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Edinburgh bus from?

Ilminster to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, depart from Market House station.

Train or bus from Ilminster to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Edinburgh is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 20m and costs £160 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs and takes 13h 4m.

Where does the Ilminster to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ilminster to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, arrive at Hammersmith Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Edinburgh is 419 miles. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Ilminster to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Ilminster to Edinburgh - 11 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Ilminster to Edinburgh by bus, train, plane, 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.

Line 30 bus, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Orchard Vale to Waterstonesbus
2. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4h 59m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 49m
£68–160
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
8h 20m
£169–305
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Market House to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus Sf2
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukxn10 / ...
13h 4m
Drive 416.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Edinburghcar 416.4 mi
7h 8m
£104–150
Line 30 bus, train to Exeter, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Orchard Vale to Waterstonesbus
2. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
5h 30m
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Axminster to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
7h 12m
£126–291
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
6h 33m
£104–187
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 17m
£71–204
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
9h 35m
£240–340
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 183 / ...
14h 34m
£85–210

Ilminster to Edinburgh by bus and train

119Weekly Services

8h 20mAverage Duration

£169Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ilminster to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 389.8 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Ilminster, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Edinburgh Waverley via Waterstones, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market House to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Hammersmith Bus Station, Victoria Coach Station, and London Victoria in around 13h 4m.

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