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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Ilminster is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Ilminster is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Orchard Vale via Bus Station and Trinity Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Ilminster?

The distance between Dorchester and Ilminster is 39 miles. The road distance is 28.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Ilminster without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Dorchester to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Ilminster bus from?

Dorchester to Ilminster bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Top O Town station.

Where does the Dorchester to Ilminster bus arrive?

Dorchester to Ilminster bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Ilminster is 29 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Dorchester to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1585+ hotels available in Ilminster.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Yeovil Pen Milltrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Housebus Sf2
2h 30m
Drive 28.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Ilminstercar 28.7 mi
48 min
£7–10
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Top O Town to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Orchard Valebus 30
3h 13m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Ilminstertaxi 28.7 mi
48 min
£60–75

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Distance: 38.4 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Ilminster, England?

You can take a bus from Top O Town to Orchard Vale via Bus Station and Trinity Square in around 3h 13m.

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