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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Leicester is to bus via Bristol which costs £16 - £27 and takes 8h 24m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Market House and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Bus Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Ilminster and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Ilminster to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Leicester?

The distance between Ilminster and Leicester is 188 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Ilminster to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Leicester bus from?

Ilminster to Leicester bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilminster to Leicester?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Leicester is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Ilminster to Leicester bus arrive?

Ilminster to Leicester bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Ilminster to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilminster to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Leicester is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Ilminster to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 988+ hotels available in Leicester.

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

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

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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 Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
4h 54m
£94–135
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
8h 24m
£16–27
Drive 163.9 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Leicestercar 163.9 mi
3h
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
8h 34m
£36–89

Ilminster to Leicester by bus and train

119Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Leicester via Waterstones, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market House to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 24m.

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