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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Melksham is to bus via Mendip which costs £7 - £15 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Melksham is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at Market Place via Blackbrook BP Garage, Airport Tavern and Guildhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Melksham?

The distance between Ilminster and Melksham is 70 miles. The road distance is 53.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Melksham without a car is to line 30 bus and train which takes 3h 38m and costs £27 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Ilminster to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Melksham bus from?

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

Where does the Ilminster to Melksham bus arrive?

Ilminster to Melksham bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Airport Tavern station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Melksham is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Ilminster to Melksham.

Where can I stay near Melksham?

There are 1473+ hotels available in Melksham.

Ilminster to Melksham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilminster to Melksham by bus, train, or car

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Line 30 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Orchard Vale to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Westbury (Wilts)train Plymouth - Reading / ...
3h 38m
£27–54
Bus via Mendip
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Bus Stationbus 374
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
5h 23m
£7–14
Line 30 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Orchard Vale to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop H to Taunton Rail Stationbus 1 / ...
3. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Trowbridgetrain
5. Take the bus from Trinity Church to Market Placebus X34 / ...
3h 44m
£34–63
Drive 53.2 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Melkshamcar 53.2 mi
1h 11m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Airport Tavernbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Bus Stationbus A4
4h 12m
£8–15

Ilminster to Melksham by bus and train

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3h 38mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Ilminster, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Market Place via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Airport Tavern, Bus Station, and Guildhall in around 4h 12m.

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