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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ilminster is to bus which costs £16 - £28 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ilminster is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Market House via Reading and Blackbrook BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Reading to Ilminster?

The distance between Reading and Ilminster is 122 miles. The road distance is 101.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Ilminster without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Reading to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ilminster bus from?

Reading to Ilminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Ilminster bus arrive?

Reading to Ilminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Taunton BP Garage station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ilminster is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Reading to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1555+ hotels available in Ilminster.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Ilminster by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Market Housebus 30
2h 19m
£50–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Taunton BP Garagebus Ukn49 / ...
4h 53m
£17–28
Drive 101.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Ilminstercar 101.3 mi
2h 1m
£26–37
Train, line 30 bus via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Orchard Valebus 30
4h 24m
£43–102

Reading to Ilminster by train and bus

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.9 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Reading to Taunton BP Garage twice daily. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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