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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Melksham is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Melksham is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at The Bear via Taunton BP Garage, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Melksham?

The distance between Ilminster and Melksham is 71 miles. The road distance is 53.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Melksham without a car is to line 30 bus and train which takes 3h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Ilminster to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Melksham bus from?

Ilminster to Melksham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Taunton BP Garage station.

Where does the Ilminster to Melksham bus arrive?

Ilminster to Melksham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Melksham is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Ilminster to Melksham.

Where can I stay near Melksham?

There are 1368+ hotels available in Melksham.

Ilminster to Melksham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ilminster to Melksham by bus, train, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Orchard Vale to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Westbury (Wilts)train Totnes - London Paddington / ...
3h 35m
Drive 53.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilminster to Melkshamcar 53.6 mi
1h 9m
£13–19
Bus, line 272 bus
1. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Bearbus 271 / ...
4h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ilminster Road Busway to Bus Stationbus 374
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
5h 28m

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Map of how to get from Ilminster to Melksham.

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Distance: 70.2 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Ilminster, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to The Bear via Ilminster Road Busway, Taunton BP Garage, Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 24m.

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