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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Ashford is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Ashford is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Ilminster and Ashford?

No, there is no direct train from Ilminster to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Ashford International via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Ashford?

The distance between Ilminster and Ashford is 215 miles. The road distance is 189.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Ashford without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Ilminster to Ashford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Ashford train from?

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

Where does the Ilminster to Ashford train arrive?

Ilminster to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Ashford is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Ilminster to Ashford.

Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1683+ hotels available in Ashford.

Ilminster to Ashford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilminster to Ashford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 9m
£95–190
Drive 188.4 mi
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1. Drive from Ilminster to Ashfordcar 188.4 mi
3h 9m
£46–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market House to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus Sf2
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
5h 37m
Train via Axminster
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Ashford Internationaltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 57m
£88–193
Bus, train via County Hall
1. Take the bus from County Hall to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 404 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
7h 49m
£62–141

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Distance: 214.1 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Ilminster, England and Ashford, England?

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Ashford International via Waterstones, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 9m.

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