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How to get fromReading to Ilminsterby train, bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Ilminster by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 30 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain train London Paddington - Totnes / ...
    2. Take the bus from The Parade to Market Housebus bus 30
    2h 22m
  2. Drive 101.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Reading to Ilminstercar car 101.3 mi
    2h 1m
    £25–36
  3. Train, line 30 bus via Basingstoke

    1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Axminstertrain train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
    2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Orchard Valebus bus 30
    4h 17m

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

There is no direct connection from Reading to Ilminster. However, you can take the train to Taunton, walk to Taunton Station, take the bus to Town Centre H, walk to The Parade, then take the line 30 bus to Market House. Alternatively, you can drive from Reading to Ilminster in around 2h 1m.

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