What is the cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster?

The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster is to bus which costs £23 - £50 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster?

The fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead and arriving at Axminster via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Ilminster is 181 miles. The road distance is 144.6 miles.

How do I travel from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster without a car?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster without a car is to train and subway and line 30 bus which takes 4h 14m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster bus from?

Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster train from?

Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster bus arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster train arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.

Can I drive from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1557+ hotels available in Ilminster.

Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

Q: Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Marlowes and arriving at Market House via Watford Junction station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station and Blackbrook BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train, subway, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Hemel Hempstead to Harrow & Wealdstonetrain
2. Take the subway from Harrow & Wealdstone station to Paddington stationsubway
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain
4. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Market Housebus 30
4h 14m
£73–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Taunton BP Garagebus Uk078 / ...
6h 55m
£24–46
Line 1 bus, line 850 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to High Wycombe BusStnbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Forbury Roadbus 850
3. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain
5h 59m
£58–99
Drive 143.7 mi
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Ilminstercar 143.7 mi
2h 29m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 43m
£61–135

Hemel Hempstead to Ilminster by bus and train

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Distance: 179.5 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Ilminster, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster every 3 hours. Tickets cost £50–110 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marlowes to Market House via Watford Junction station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, and Blackbrook BP Garage in around 6h 55m.

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