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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Ilminster is to bus which costs £25 - £85 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Ilminster is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Market House via London Victoria, Cabot Circus and Blackbrook BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Taunton via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Ilminster?

The distance between Maidstone and Ilminster is 199 miles. The road distance is 170.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Ilminster without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Maidstone to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Ilminster bus from?

Maidstone to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Ilminster train from?

Maidstone to Ilminster train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Ilminster?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Ilminster is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £85 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Maidstone to Ilminster bus arrive?

Maidstone to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Ilminster train arrive?

Maidstone to Ilminster train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Ilminster is 171 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Maidstone to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1559+ hotels available in Ilminster.

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There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone to Ilminster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 38m
£85–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 040 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Blackbrook BP Garagebus Fal
6h 57m
£25–81
Drive 169.7 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Ilminstercar 169.7 mi
2h 53m
£43–61
Train via Axminster
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Waterloo Easttrain Ashford International - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 58m
£72–159
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Taunton BP Garagebus Uk045 / ...
7h 13m
£40–70

Maidstone to Ilminster by train, foot, and bus

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5h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Market House via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Market House via London Victoria, Bus Station, Cabot Circus, and Blackbrook BP Garage in around 6h 57m.

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