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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Manchester is to bus which costs £16 - £50 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via County Hall and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Manchester?

The distance between Ilminster and Manchester is 230 miles. The road distance is 215.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 5m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Ilminster to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Manchester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ilminster to Manchester?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Manchester is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 5m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £50 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Ilminster to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilminster to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Manchester is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Ilminster to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3470+ hotels available in Manchester.

Ilminster to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 bus

There are 8 ways to get from Ilminster to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 5m
£39–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Bus Station101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
7h 44m
£16–48
Drive 214.6 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Manchester214.6 mi
3h 43m
£53–76
Line 30 bus, train to Exeter, fly
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 Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
4h 37m
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 29m
£73–143
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeUk071
8h 27m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
5h 33m
£122–333
Line 30 bus, train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Market House to Rail Station
2. Take the train from Axminster to Salisbury
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkway
4. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
6h 17m

Ilminster to Manchester by bus and train

152Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Ilminster to Manchester.

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Distance: 228.8 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Manchester Piccadilly via Waterstones, Town Centre H, Taunton Station Bridge, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Shudehill Interchange via Waterstones, County Hall, and Bus Station in around 7h 44m.

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