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Trip Overview

The average bus between Ilminster and Melksham takes 6h 3m and the fastest bus takes 4h 27m. The bus service runs several times per day from Ilminster to Melksham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 3m
Duration
77 mi
Distance
£12
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Bus

best
  1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Airport Tavernbus bus Fal
  2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Bus Stationbus bus A4
4h 12m
£8–15

Ilminster to Melksham bus times

Buses run every 4 hours between Ilminster and Melksham. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilminster is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Melksham at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Ilminster Road Busway and take an average of 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver11h 4m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver4h 58m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver5h 5m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver5h 26m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver4h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver4h 58m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver5h 5m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver5h 26m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver4h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver4h 58m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver5h 5m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver5h 26m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver4h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver12h • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver5h 39m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver5h 3m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver4h 28m • 3 changes

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    First Buses of SomersetStagecoach South WestFirst Bristol, Bath & the WestFaresaver4h 50m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ilminster to Melksham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Ilminster to Melksham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 76.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Market Place via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Airport Tavern, Bus Station, and Guildhall in around 4h 12m.

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