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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Edinburgh is to bus via Leeds which costs £45 - £90 and takes 13h 51m.

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 6h 11m and costs £60 - £190.

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 Orchard Vale and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via County Hall, Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ilminster and Edinburgh is 381 miles. The road distance is 418.9 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 9h 22m and costs £150 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m 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 National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Train or bus from Ilminster to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Edinburgh is to train via Birmingham which takes 9h 22m and costs £150 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 13h 51m.

Where does the Ilminster to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ilminster to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Edinburgh is 419 miles. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Ilminster to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2730+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Ilminster to Edinburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and plane

There are 10 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 Worletrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
5h 22m
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
13h 51m
£46–90
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
9h 22m
£155–282
Drive 416.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Edinburghcar 416.4 mi
7h 9m
£101–146
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 34m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Worletrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 11m
£63–183
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Worletrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 44m
£68–202
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 30m
£121–281
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
9h 31m
£240–350
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 183 / ...
14h 44m
£80–199

Ilminster to Edinburgh by bus and train

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9h 22mAverage Duration

£155Cheapest Price

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Distance: 378.9 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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, Birmingham New Street, and Carlisle in around 9h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Waterstones, County Hall, Bristol Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 13h 51m.

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