What is the cheapest way to get from Castle Cary to Ilminster?

The cheapest way to get from Castle Cary to Ilminster is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Castle Cary to Ilminster?

The fastest way to get from Castle Cary to Ilminster is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Cary and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Cary to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from The Horsepond and arriving at Market House via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Castle Cary to Ilminster?

The distance between Castle Cary and Ilminster is 42 miles. The road distance is 23.4 miles.

How do I travel from Castle Cary to Ilminster without a car?

The best way to get from Castle Cary to Ilminster without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 1h 27m and costs £15 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Castle Cary to Ilminster?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Castle Cary to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castle Cary to Ilminster bus from?

Castle Cary to Ilminster bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from The Horsepond station.

Where does the Castle Cary to Ilminster bus arrive?

Castle Cary to Ilminster bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Castle Cary to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Cary to Ilminster is 23 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Castle Cary to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1567+ hotels available in Ilminster.

Castle Cary to Ilminster - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Castle Cary to Ilminster by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Market Housebus 30
1h 27m
£15–29
Drive 23.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castle Cary to Ilminstercar 23.3 mi
29 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castle Cary to Ilminstertaxi 23.3 mi
29 min
£50–60
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from The Horsepond to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Housebus Sf2
2h 8m
Line 567 bus, bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from The Horsepond to Crispin Hallbus 567
2. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to North Streetbus 30
3h 11m

Castle Cary to Ilminster by train and bus

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1h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Castle Cary, England and Ilminster, England?

You can take a bus from The Horsepond to Market House via Bus Station in around 2h 8m.

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