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 £24 - £40 and takes 7h 15m.

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 45m 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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Blackbrook BP Garage and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ilminster and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Ilminster to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

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 20m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m 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 Stagecoach South West, depart from Blackbrook BP Garage station.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Manchester train from?

Ilminster to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton 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 20m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Ilminster to Manchester bus arrive?

Ilminster to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Ilminster to Manchester train arrive?

Ilminster to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Manchester is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Ilminster to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Ilminster to Manchester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Ilminster to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 20m
£85–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
7h 15m
£24–37
Drive 214.6 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Manchestercar 214.6 mi
3h 45m
£54–77
Bus to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
5h 56m
£58–146
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 35m
£84–146
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
8h 1m
£31–53
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 34m
£132–378

Ilminster to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 228.9 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Manchester Piccadilly via Waterstones, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Cabot Circus, and Bristol Bus Station in around 7h 15m.

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