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 £35 - £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 £35 - £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 Market House and arriving at Railway Station via Hammersmith Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and North Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

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 Crewkerne and arriving at Eastbourne via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Eastbourne?

The distance between Ilminster and Eastbourne is 199 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 14m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m 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 Berrys Coaches, depart from Market House station.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Eastbourne train from?

Ilminster to Eastbourne train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Crewkerne station.

Train or bus from Ilminster to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Ilminster to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Ilminster to Eastbourne bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, arrive at Hammersmith Bus Station.

Where does the Ilminster to Eastbourne train arrive?

Ilminster to Eastbourne train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction 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.

How do I get a train ticket from Ilminster to Eastbourne?

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Ilminster to Eastbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewkerne to Clapham Junctiontrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 14m
£100–209
Drive 163.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilminster to Eastbournecar 163.2 mi
3h 13m
£40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Taunton to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
7h 28m
£75–144
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market House to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus Sf2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Old Steinebus 025
7h 46m

Ilminster to Eastbourne by bus and train

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7h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.2 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a vehicle from Ilminster to Eastbourne via Crewkerne and Clapham Junction in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market House to Railway Station via Hammersmith Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Old Steine, and North Street in around 7h 46m.

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