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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Eastbourne is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Eastbourne station. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at Railway Station via County Hall, Heathrow Central Bus Station and North Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Ilminster and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Ilminster to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Eastbourne via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Eastbourne?

The distance between Ilminster and Eastbourne is 227 miles. The road distance is 164.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £95 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Ilminster to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Eastbourne bus from?

Ilminster to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Eastbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilminster to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £95 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Ilminster to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Ilminster to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Ilminster to Eastbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilminster to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Eastbourne is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Ilminster to Eastbourne.

Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilminster to Eastbourne 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 Victoria to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 58m
£96–201
Drive 163.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilminster to Eastbournecar 163.2 mi
3h 13m
£41–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Old Steinebus 025
8h 37m
£47–114
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Axminster to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Eastbournetrain
6h 21m
£84–193
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Axminster to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Cornfield Roadbus 12X / ...
6h 57m
£70–146

Ilminster to Eastbourne by bus, train, and subway

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.3 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Eastbourne via Waterstones, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Railway Station via Waterstones, County Hall, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Old Steine, and North Street in around 8h 37m.

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