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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Blackpool is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at Blackpool via Blackbrook BP Garage, Bristol Bus Station and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ilminster and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Ilminster to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Blackpool North via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Blackpool?

The distance between Ilminster and Blackpool is 269 miles. The road distance is 253.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Ilminster to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Blackpool bus from?

Ilminster to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Blackbrook BP Garage station.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Blackpool train from?

Ilminster to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Ilminster to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Blackpool is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Ilminster to Blackpool bus arrive?

Ilminster to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Ilminster to Blackpool train arrive?

Ilminster to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Blackpool is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Ilminster to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Ilminster to Blackpool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Ilminster to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 36m
£98–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Blackpoolbus
9h 40m
£28–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
9h 36m
£47–88
Drive 252.3 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Blackpoolcar 252.3 mi
4h 22m
£63–91
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 16m
£112–273
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 38m
£102–181

Ilminster to Blackpool by bus and train

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Distance: 267.7 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Blackpool North via Waterstones, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Blackpool via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Cabot Circus, Bristol Bus Station, and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 9h 40m.

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