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 £40 - £110 and takes 15h 54m.

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 42m and costs £55 - £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 Market House and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Hammersmith Bus Station, Gunnersbury Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 18m.

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 which takes 9h 4m and costs £35 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m 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 which takes 9h 4m and costs £35 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs and takes 13h 18m.

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 4m to drive from Ilminster to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2508+ 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 Waterstones
2. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 52m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taunton to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
9h 4m
£35–310
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Market House to Hammersmith Bus StationSf2
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
13h 18m
Drive 416.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Edinburgh416.4 mi
7h 4m
£102–147
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 42m
£56–188
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
6h 26m
£65–213
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Axminster to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
7h 6m
£122–248
Line 30 bus, train to Exeter, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Orchard Vale to Waterstones
2. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davids
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
5h 58m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 25m
£55–207
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Station101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station180 / ...
15h 54m
£40–105

Ilminster to Edinburgh by bus and train

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9h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 389.8 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Taunton to Edinburgh Waverley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £35–310 and the journey takes 7h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market House to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Hammersmith Bus Station, Gunnersbury Station, Canfield Gdns / Finchley Road, and Finchley Road / O2 Centre in around 13h 18m.

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