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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Barnstaple is to line 30 bus and bus which costs £9 - £17 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at Bus Station via Castle Way and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Barnstaple?

The distance between Ilminster and Barnstaple is 84 miles. The road distance is 60.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Barnstaple without a car is to line 30 bus and train which takes 3h 20m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Ilminster to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Barnstaple bus from?

Ilminster to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Orchard Vale station.

Where does the Ilminster to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Ilminster to Barnstaple bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Taunton Town Centre K station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Barnstaple is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Ilminster to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2310+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

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

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

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Line 30 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Orchard Vale to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3h 20m
£31–58
Line 30 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Orchard Vale to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the bus from Castle Way to Bus Stationbus X22
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
4h 29m
£9–16
Drive 60.6 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Barnstaplecar 60.6 mi
1h 9m
£15–22
Line 30 bus, train via Axminster
1. Take the bus from Market House to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 11m
£28–53

Ilminster to Barnstaple by bus and train

115Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.1 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Bus Station via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, and Bus Station in around 4h 29m.

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