What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster is to bus via Bristol which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Coach Station and arriving at Market House via London Heathrow Airport and Hammersmith Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Taunton via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Ilminster is 174 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Ilminster bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Ilminster bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from South Terminal Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Ilminster train from?

Gatwick Airport to Ilminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Ilminster bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Ilminster bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Ilminster train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Ilminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Ilminster is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1591+ hotels available in Ilminster.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 18m
£68–133
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
8h 14m
£32–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Market Housebus Sf2
6h 31m
Drive 140.5 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Ilminstercar 140.5 mi
2h 47m
£35–50

Gatwick Airport to Ilminster by train and bus

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.7 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Ilminster, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Market House via Reading, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Market House via London Heathrow Airport, London Hammersmith Bridge Road, and Hammersmith Bus Station in around 6h 31m.

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