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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Purley is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Purley is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Purley. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via County Hall, Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ilminster and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Ilminster to Purley. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Purley via Reading and Redhill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Purley?

The distance between Ilminster and Purley is 166 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Purley without a car is to line 30 bus and train which takes 4h 54m and costs £55 - £130.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Purley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Purley train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilminster to Purley?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Purley is to bus which takes 7h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £130 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Ilminster to Purley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilminster to Purley train arrive?

Ilminster to Purley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Purley is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Ilminster to Purley.

Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 17775+ hotels available in Purley.

Ilminster to Purley - 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 Purley by bus, train, or car

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Line 30 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market House to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to Clapham Junctiontrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
4h 54m
£56–121
Drive 136.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilminster to Purleycar 136.8 mi
2h 38m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
7h 10m
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Redhilltrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
5h 4m
£71–127
Line 30 bus, train via Basingstoke
1. Take the bus from Market House to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
5h 9m
£56–121

Ilminster to Purley by bus and train

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Distance: 165.3 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Taunton Town Centre K, County Hall, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and East Croydon Rail Station in around 7h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Purley via Taunton Town Centre K, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton, Reading, and Redhill in around 5h 4m.

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